Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of International Studies (Honours)

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This is an exit-only course. There is no direct admission to it. Current UTS students may be able to submit an Internal Course Transfer (Graduating) application to exit with this course. See the Course transfer page for further details.

The Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) is an exit-point for students who have completed the International Honours pathway within the Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (C10123).

The program consists of both theoretical and practical components. Through your studies, you'll gain proficiency in patient care, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making. In your final year, you can attend clinical placement in specialsed areas such as paediatrics or critical care, aligning your education with your career aspirations.

Clinical learning is a key element of the course and clinical placements in health care settings begin in the Spring session of first year and continue every session thereafter. Simulation-based learning opportunities are integral to the course and designed to ensure you graduate as a competent, practice-ready nurse.

In the fourth year of the combined degree, you will spend an academic year studying in the local language at a university in the country of their major. You will also complete an honours level research project under the supervision of an appropriate UTS academic.

Entry to the International Honours pathway is dependent on you maintaining a credit average (or higher) in both your International Studies and nursing degree in your first three years of study, and on the availability of placements in the countries related to your major.

The School of Nursing & Midwifery at UTS is ranked number 1 in Australia and seventh in the world. (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020). We shape the future of healthcare through clinically relevant and research-inspired teaching and learning. The Bachelor of Nursing course is taught by high profile award-winning educators and researchers as well as experienced practicing clinicians. We use a blend of e-learning and face-to-face approaches to engage, inspire and challenge students and our clinical simulation facilities and the diverse clinical placements experiences provided ensure that students develop high level clinical and critical thinking skills. A wide choice of elective third year subjects allows students to sample different nursing specialties including emergency nursing, theatre, paediatrics, community and primary healthcare, aged care and mental health.

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• UTS Bachelor of Nursing (BN) prepares you for the exciting and challenging role of the Registered Nurse. This course offers you a comprehensive range of theoretical and clinical nursing subjects that together provide the knowledge, skills and professional values graduates require to provide safe, effective and compassionate nursing care. You will be well prepared for clinical practice and highly sought after for employment in a wide range of healthcare settings across Australia and internationally.

  The course is three years full-time (or equivalent part-time), consisting of both theoretical and practical components. Clinical learning is a key element of the course and clinical placements in health care settings begin in the first session of your first year and will continue every session thereafter. Simulation-based learning opportunities are integral to the course and are designed to assist you in preparing for clinical placements and your future role as a Registered Nurse. In your final year of study you can choose a specialty elective, for example paediatrics, critical care, peri operative, or mental health nursing to align your education with future career aspirations.

  The Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) is designed to build your intercultural communication skills and language proficiency and equips you to become a global citizen who can operate successfully in diverse contexts, both in Australia and internationally. In the fourth year of the combined degree, you will spend an academic year studying in the local language at a university in the country of your chosen major and also complete an honours level research project under the supervision of a relevant UTS academic. The Honours year provides the opportunity to enhance your research capabilities. Together, the Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) combines preparation for the role of Registered Nurse and the development of your research skills with immersion in another language and culture, enhancing your professional, educational and career options.

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• There are no prior language requirements for the international studies program. During their first year of study students will complete a language survey to ensure they commence their language and culture study at the appropriate level.

• This is an exit-only course. There is no direct admission to it. Current UTS students may be able to submit an Internal Course Transfer (Graduating) application to exit with this course. See the Course transfer page for further details.