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Bachelor of Nursing

ProviderWestern Sydney University
Course code: UAC726550UniversityStudy area: HealthCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

The Bachelor of Nursing at Western is ranked in the world's Top 50 (QS World University Rankings by subject 2023).

Students have access to cutting-edge simulated learning environments across multiple campuses, replicating safe clinical settings. With a qualified team of staff, modern facilities, and strong healthcare partnerships, graduates are well-prepared for success and eligibility to apply for registration throughout Australia as a registered nurse. The program focuses on inquiry-based learning, critical thinking and reflective practice in nursing theory and clinical practice. Using a primary health care framework, students apply physical and behavioural sciences to nursing, study evidence-based practice, and care for individuals, families and groups from diverse backgrounds across the lifespan. Acquisition of nursing knowledge and skills begins in simulated settings and consolidates during clinical placements in a variety of health care settings.

Prospective students should be aware that full disclosure of any impairment or misconduct is a mandatory requirement when applying for nursing registration.

All applicants will be required to declare how they meet the English language proficiency requirement or complete an English language test with an IELTS proficiency of 7.0 overall and in all bands (or equivalent) prior to being made an offer. Applicants are advised to check the English language proficiency requirements on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia website.

Entry requirements

Review the available standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

Applicants with recent secondary education

Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.

Applicants with higher education study

Overseas Registered Nurses (without a qualification equivalent to AQF7) are assessed individually for Credit for Prior Learning into the Bachelor of Nursing.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Graduates from The College's Undergraduate Preparation Program in Nursing and Health Science may be admitted to Bachelor of Nursing at Western Sydney University provided they achieve a minimum grade point average of 7.0. and the English language proficiency requirement for the course.

Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Pathway): Applicants must have successfully completed a Diploma of Nursing in Australia in the last 10 years (HLT51612 or HLT54121 or HLT54115) and hold current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nurses and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

Students will be eligible for Credit for prior learning with 80 credit points applied to the Bachelor of Nursing.

Applicants with work and life experience

Not applicable.

English requirement
Cambridge C1 Advanced 185, no component below 185Cambridge C2 Proficiency 185, no component below 185IELTS Academic 7, no band below 7PTE Academic 65, no component below 65TOEFL iBT 94, no component below 24

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Student profile

Total students1156
#2024
Higher education entry119 · 10.3%
10.3%
School leavers (ATAR)188 · 16.3%
16.3%
Secondary education72 · 6.2%
6.2%
Vocational pathway219 · 18.9%
18.9%
Other entry pathways202 · 17.5%
17.5%
International students356 · 30.8%
30.8%

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

Course curriculum not yet available

Refer to the institution course handbook.

References

Official course, fees, admissions, English, curriculum and related sources.

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