Bachelor of Nursing

Imagine knowing at the end of each day that you have had a positive influence on someone’s wellbeing. As a nurse, you will connect with a diverse range of patients on an intimate level and help them through difficult times at all life stages.

Federation will guide, support and connect you with opportunities on your journey to becoming a Registered nurse. You will learn to use clinical reasoning and evidence-based care to improve patient outcomes.

You will:

Once you have completed your course, your registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) enables you to work anywhere in Australia.

Academic entry requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or overseas equivalent.

English language requirements

Academic IELTS with an overall score of 7.0, with a minimum score of 7 in listening, reading and speaking and a minimum score of 6.5 in writing, or equivalent.

Refer to the professional recognition section for NMBA registration requirements.

Federation University accepts a variety of English language tests as proof of English proficiency. English proficiency assessment should be made using an external English test (Academic IELTS or equivalent) with the results determining whether the student can enter into our programs directly or via an appropriate English program.

From 1 July 2016 direct entry without an external English test will be only permitted when student meets the English exemption requirements described on the Federation English language requirements page as per the Simplified Student Visa Framework’s English requirements.

Nurse

Occupational health nurse

Clinical audit nurse

General practice nurse

Mental health nurse

Community health nurse

IVF nurse

Oncology nurse

Research nurse

Paediatric nurse

Aged care nurse

Emergency care nurse

School nurse

Peri-operative nurse

Remote area nurse

Healthcare recruiter

Primary health nurse

Division one nurse

Palliative care nurse

Critical care nurse

Health promotion officer

Gerontic nurse

Registered nurse

Entry requirements vary from program to program, but generally require completion of an Australian bachelor degree, or overseas equivalent, with specified minimum grades (or marks) in relevant subjects. A period of work experience, following graduation, may also be required for some programs. For information on the entry requirements for your chosen program, please refer to our International Program Guide or our Course Finder.