The Specialist Certificate in Cancer Nursing is a course designed to develop your understanding of the complex needs of those affected by cancer, and the critical role of nursing in cancer treatment.
Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.
Postgraduate entry
Completed a Bachelor of Nursing degree (or equivalent qualification, i.e.
Master of Nursing Science entry-to-practice),
Documented evidence of clinical experience in area of specialty practice within the preceding five years from the time of application
Current and unrestricted registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, or equivalent registration with an international health practitioner regulation agency.
English requirement
IELTS 7, no band below 7TOEFL iBT 94, no band below 24PTE Academic 65-72, no band below 65Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 185-190, no band below 185
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.