Bachelor of Nursing

    Bachelor of Nursing

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 30,525 / yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 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

    OR

    • 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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    Minimum Score Required

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    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    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
    30,525 / yaer
    Application Fee 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. 

    Remember, our team are experts in RMIT study options and how to apply, so contact the team if you need support with your application.

    Bachelor of Nursing

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    RMIT University

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    Australia, Melbourne