Bachelor of Nursing
(H3D)
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Duration:
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3 years or 2 years |
Location:
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Hobart ((2-year Fast Track program))
Launceston (2- and 3-year programs available)
Sydney ((2-year Fast Track program))
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Study Areas
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The educational objectives of the Bachelor of Nursing are:
- to prepare students for a broad spectrum of first level practice roles in community health nursing, acute care and mental health nursing;
- to foster a commitment to life-long learning, critical reflective thinking and professional growth;
- to establish a discipline framework of knowledge in preparation for both professional life and graduate studies in nursing.
The Bachelor of Nursing course is offered in two modes:
a. three years full time
b. "Fast Track", two years including two spring schools
Each option is equivalent to six full-time semesters.
Only the Fast Track option is offered in Hobart, and at Rozelle Hospital, St Vincents Hospital and Mater Health in Sydney.
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Special Requirements
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Pre-Registration: University admission. In addition, TCE subjects should include English, Science and Humanities.
To comply with government legislation, all students participating in clinical education placements are required to have a National Police Record Check.
It is a School of Nursing and Midwifery requirement that students maintain an immunisation schedule as outlined in School of Nursing and Midwifery immunisation policy prior to commencing the course.
Enrolled Nurses wishing to upgrade their qualifications must have been employed for six months full-time or 12 months part time immediately prior to applying for admission to the BN. They must produce a current practising certificate and be medication endorsed.
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Further study options
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Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Honours, Masters, PhD
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Career opportunities
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Graduates may find employment in many diverse healthcare settings including health centres, hospitals, occupational health and industry, health promotion and education, as well as rural and community settings.
Graduates with a Bachelor of Nursing and a current practising certificate are eligible for emplolyment in many other countries as well as Australia.
Graduates may also pursue postgraduate opportunities in Nursing or other related disciplines.
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Further Information
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