Bachelor of Nursing

    Bachelor of Nursing

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 32,209 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026

    Bachelor of Nursing

    About

    The Bachelor of Nursing is a clinically focused degree, offering valuable industry insights and the best in nursing practice. Learn from experienced academic and clinical staff in our simulated hospital and health service environments where you can consolidate your learning and build confidence in your practice.

    Complete 880 placement hours, providing you opportunities to learn and experience the diversity of nursing practice and healthcare. Explore some of the latest technologies in healthcare including the use of 360 video and augmented reality.

    This degree prepares you to meet the Registered Nurse standards for practice (2016) required for a registration as nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

    You will also have opportunities to further your studies and specialise in an area that meets your career aspirations.

    You can also choose to study this program at our regional campuses in Mount Gambier and Whyalla.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

    Essential requirements

    • Prior to admission, applicants must meet some professional registration requirements set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). These include the English Language Skills standard. Applicants will complete a declaration stating how they demonstrate English language proficiency, which in some cases may require provision of English language test results.
    • Upon entry to the program, all students must confirm they meet the Fitness to Practice in Clinical Placements requirements.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 65
    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 94

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 7 | IELTS Reading 7 | IELTS Listening 7 | IELTS Speaking 7 | IELTS Writing 7

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Be ready to embark on a career as a registered nurse, working at the forefront of a dynamic and vital industry.

    Your career options as a healthcare professional will be extensive. You could practise in a variety of settings, including:

    • Public or private hospitals
    • Community support services
    • Aged and rehabilitative care
    • Schools
    • Home care
    • Drug and alcohol treatment centres
    • Community health organisations
    • Mental health services
    • International aid agencies
    • Corrections facilities
    • Policy and management
    • Tertiary education.

    Industry trends

    Demand for nurses is strong and growing. The World Health Organization predicts a shortage of nurses worldwide, estimating the total number of nursing graduates will need to increase by 8% each year by 2030 to meet demand (World Health Organization, 2020).

    Accreditation

    This program is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a ‘Registered Nurse’ with the NMBA.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    32,209 / year(s)

    Bachelor of Nursing

    University of Adelaide

    University of Adelaide

    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide