Program Overview

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Bachelor of Science (Nursing)

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Nursing) is a comprehensive course that includes biological, psychosocial, and nursing sciences; advanced clinical skill development; and simulated practice and fieldwork. This course prepares students to become registered nurses with the expertise to deliver comprehensive care to patients in diverse healthcare settings.

Professional Recognition and Accreditation

Graduates of this course are eligible to apply for registration to become a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Admission Criteria

ATAR Pathway

• Minimum ATAR: 70
• Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites): None
• Desirable WACE subjects: Human Biology ATAR and Integrated Science ATAR

Alternative Pathways

• UniReady: Successful completion of the UniReady Enabling Program
• Certificate IV + English Competency: The certificate IV is the minimum requirement for university entry. It qualifies you for entry to Curtin courses with a 70 ATAR. You must also meet English language proficiency and check that you meet any extra subject prerequisites (where applicable)
• Indigenous applicant: If you’re an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant who hasn’t met Curtin’s minimum admissions criteria, the Centre for Aboriginal Studies offers bridging courses that are tailored to help you gain entry into this course
• STAT entry: The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements

English Requirements

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)
  • Writing: 7
  • Speaking: 7
  • Reading: 7
  • Listening: 7
  • Overall band score: 7

Fees and Scholarships

Australian and New Zealand Student Indicative Fees

• 2025 Fee year: $8,000* (Commonwealth supported)

Location

• Albany Campus
• Curtin Perth
• Curtin Kalgoorlie

How to Apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice.

• Albany Campus
• Curtin Perth
• Curtin Kalgoorlie

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

Other Requirements and Notes for This Course

• This can be a physically and mentally challenging course. Please familiarise yourself with the Inherent requirements before applying. Reasonable adjustments can be made for students with disability
• Manual Handling and Basic Life Support Certification is required prior to commencement of the course and then updated on a yearly basis. You will need to keep these requirements current during your course. You are responsible for the cost of these
• You must be available to undertake clinical practice during and/or outside semester in health care facilities. You must also be available to work rotational shift work, including morning, afternoon and nightshift
• A break from study of more than one semester may incur additional clinical practice

Specialisations

• Comprehensive Nursing Stream
• Enrolled Nurse to Registered Nurse Stream
• Registered Nurse Conversion Australian Registration Stream
• Registered Nurse Conversion Non-Australian Registration Stream

Course Structure

• Duration: 3 years, 6 months full-time
• Credit: 700
• CRICOS: K
• Location: Albany Campus, Curtin Perth, Curtin Kalgoorlie

Career Opportunities

• Registered nurse
• Industries: Community health, Hospital

What You'll Learn

• Demonstrate accountable, safe, effective and innovative nursing care in a diverse range of health settings
• Apply critical thinking and reflection to problem solving and clinical decision making for health improvements
• Critically analyse scientific literature and health standards in order to reflect on and synthesise complex information and integrate this into clinical practice
• Communicate effectively with individuals, families, communities within diverse health contexts and across interprofessional teams
• Use technologies proficiently to support quality patient care within a changing health care environment
• Recognise the values intrinsic to registered nurse practice and demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning through critical reflection and the ability to enhance the professional development of self and others
• Identify, evaluate and apply appropriate international and national standards of practice within a nursing healthcare context
• Acknowledge diversity across health care populations and systems and recognises influence of self in care provision for inclusive and culturally safe practice
• Apply current nursing and health legislation as a member of interprofessional health care teams to provide quality care in the interests of public safety

Why Study Nursing at Curtin?

• Professional recognition
• Cutting-edge facilities
• Work experience

Testimonials

• "I’d have to say that one of the best things about this course is the variety of clinical placements, where I’m able to apply what I’ve learned in class to a real clinical setting. It is an incredible experience working alongside and learning from so many different nurses, and gaining the confidence to put theory into practise." - Remy Trusler

Ranking and Selection Process

• Entry to this course is competitive, with limited places available
• For applicants who apply direct to Curtin, offers will be made in the following distinct rounds
• Please submit your application and documentation as soon as possible

Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL)

• Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience
• Submit an enquiry CRL search

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