Program Overview

Bachelor of Nursing Science [Pre-Registration]

Overview

Become a nurse with expertise in the delivery of effective nursing care, with a particular focus on rural and remote healthcare needs. Communicate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, and plan and implement contemporary care at both an individual and community level. Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for Registered Nurse (Division 1) registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Fast Facts

• Duration: 3 years full-time, 3.5 years full-time for mid-year entry
• Fees: $5,800.00+ (estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee for a full-time study load)
• Location: JCU campuses or study centres in Townsville, Cairns, Mackay, Mount Isa, Emerald, and online
• Commencing: February, July (online and on-campus)
• Entry Requirements: ATAR 66, recommended knowledge in English, Biology, Chemistry, and one of General Maths, Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Maths (Units 3/4,C)

Course Detail

Learn how to assess clients, communicate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, plan and implement nursing interventions, and manage and evaluate nursing care in this professionally-accredited degree. Benefit from extensive supervised professional practice and clinical experience in real-world settings from year one.

This three-year, full-time course focuses on nursing in our northern tropical context. It will prepare you for work as an RN in multiple settings from large metropolitan hospitals to rural and isolated practice clinics.

Career Opportunities

A JCU Nursing degree prepares you for careers across a range of rural, regional, and metropolitan nursing settings. This unique training will distinguish you from your peers and provide you with the knowledge and skills to excel.

JCU Nursing graduates are known for their skill, care, and hard work across Australia and internationally. Graduates work in a variety of areas, such as metropolitan hospitals, rural and regional centres, government departments and defence, non-government agencies (NGOs), and community health.

Admission Requirements

• ATAR/Selection Rank: 66.00
• Entry score range: 64.20-96.30 (without adjustments), 68.20-99.95 (with adjustments)
• Recommended knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), Biology, Chemistry, and one of General Maths, Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Maths (Units 3/4,C)

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course.

Real-World Experience

A lifelong dream: Becoming a nursing student at the age of 49. Learn more about the experiences of JCU Nursing students and graduates.

How to Apply