Bachelor of Nursing

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

023212J

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Bundoora

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 43,200 / yaer

Next Intake July-2026

Bachelor of Nursing

About

Graduate with the theoretical and clinical skills to start your career as a registered nurse.

Be a force for good and join the ever expanding healthcare industry with the Bachelor of Nursing.

Delivered in Bundoora, you will equipped with the essential theoretical skills and highly practical knowledge required to make a difference in a range of healthcare settings. Through your study, you will be prepared for diverse and complex healthcare environments through academic excellence, innovative research and clinical practice.

In addition to clinical simulations and practice opportunities in both metropolitan and rural areas, you will also spend time in the lab, explore mental health nursing, learn about indigenous health, and have your professional development supported to prepare you for a fulfilling career.

Why study nursing at RMIT?

Hands-on learning

Practise your craft in clinical simulations and laboratories, and with actual patients.

Clinical placements

A variety of healthcare agencies are available for you to undertake placements.

Professional accreditation

Accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) as an "entry to nursing practice".

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Semester 1 (February)

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 65% (see calculator below).

You may also be considered if you have satisfactorily completed a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia certified Diploma of Nursing within the last 10 years and have registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Semester 2 (July)

Applicants applying for semester 2 intake must successfully complete one of the following:

An Australian accredited Diploma of Nursing program within 12 months of their commencement of the Bachelor of Nursing program

An Australian accredited Diploma of Nursing program more than 12 months but less than 10 years from their commencing the Bachelor of Nursing program AND register as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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English Program Requirements

To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (academic module): Minimum overall score of 7 and a minimum score of 7 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking)
OET: Minimum score of B in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking)
PTE Academic: Minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking).
TOEFL Internet based test (iBT): Minimum total score of 94 and a minimum score in each section of the test:
- 24 for listening
- 24 for reading
- 27 for writing
- 23 for speaking

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Career

Working with a range of healthcare professionals, nurses are involved in the care of individuals, families and communities.

Nurses use their clinical judgement to advocate and promote safe healthcare environments. They are also involved in education and research, shaping health policy and approaches to patient care.

As a registered nurse, you will perform complex assessments of the physical and psychological needs of patients and put together care plans for their treatment and recovery.

You will medical staff who perform invasive or complex procedures, educate patients to promote self-care and health, perform clinical tasks such as wound management and medication administration, and supervise other nurses or healthcare workers.

As a nurse, you may go on to work in hospitals, general practices, aged-care facilities and community care settings.

You may also choose to specialise in a range of areas including:

emergency
paediatrics
cardiology
education
mental health
aged care
critical care
oncology
public health.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 43,200

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

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