Bachelor of Nursing

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Nursing is a three-year degree that provides students with the clinical knowledge and hands-on skills required to function as an effective and ethical registered nurse in a range of health settings. The course is designed by nurses for nurses and is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

What Can I Do?

• Registered Nurse

Course Outcome

• Bachelor of Nursing

State-of-the-Art Facilities

TAFE Queensland's clinical laboratory facilities adhere to national industry standards and offer students a simulated experience closely aligned with a real Australian hospital environment.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Nursing is nationally recognised and endorsed as an accredited course by the NMBA and provides the necessary academic qualification for eligibility as a registered nurse in Australia.

Academic Scholarships Available

Getting a practical, industry-connected degree just got easier thanks to TAFE Queensland's Academic Scholarships. Save up to $750 per unit in your first semester – that could mean an extra $3,000 to help support your study journey.

What You Will Study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete 23 core Units of Study and 1 elective Unit of Study from the list below. You will also be required to undertake placement in an approved setting.

Core Units

• NUR1001: Communication for Health Professionals
• NUR1002: Introduction to Nursing Practice
• NUR1003: Lifespan Development
• NUR1004: Anatomy & Physiology 1
• NUR1005: Applied Anatomy & Physiology
• NUR1006: Health Assessment
• NUR1007: First Nations Australians Health and Wellness
• NUR1008: Professional Nursing Practice
• NUR2001: Acute Nursing (Medical/Surgical)
• NUR2002: Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 1
• NUR2003: Health Law and Ethics for Health Professionals
• NUR2004: Mental Health Nursing
• NUR2005: Applied Pathophysiology and Pharmacology
• NUR2006: Primary and Public Health
• NUR2007: Primary Nursing Care of the Older Adult
• NUR2008: Chronic Disease Management
• NUR3001: Complex Nursing Care
• NUR3002: Research for Health Professionals
• NUR3003: Informatics, Digital and Telehealth
• NUR3004: Community Health
• NUR3005: Professional Leadership & Management
• NUR3006: Transition to Professional Practice
• NUR3007: Advanced Clinical Decision Making

Elective Units

• NUR1009: Pathology Techniques - 35 hours placement
• NUR3008: Advanced Wound Care

Ways to Study

• On campus
• International

Choose Your Study Location

• Greater Brisbane
• Gold Coast

Campus Information

South Bank

• Study Mode: On campus with some online
• Start Date: 14 Jul 2025
• Duration: 3 years
• Workload: Full time 2 days per week plus 2 weeks practical per semester
• Annual Indicative Cost:
  • Domestic: $24,200
  • International: $31,200

Southport

• Study Mode: On campus with some online
• Start Date: 14 Jul 2025
• Duration: 3 years
• Workload: Full time 2 days per week plus 2 weeks practical per semester
• Annual Indicative Cost:
  • Domestic: $24,200
  • International: $31,200

Payment Options

• Payment plan
• Upfront payment
• International student payment
• FEE-HELP

Entry Requirements

• Applications are being accepted for students commencing Year Two via a Diploma of Nursing Pathway option ONLY.
• Students with a Diploma of Nursing will receive a credit for year one of the course.
• The following are additional admissions applicable to ALL applicants:
  • Inherent Requirements
  • English Language Skills
  • Please refer to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia for further specific requirements for an accepted test result

Resources Required

• Reliable internet connection
• Computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Recommended reading list and/or required textbooks
• Uniform items and a nursing kit (estimated cost: $150)

Placement

• Professional Experience Placements [PEP] at TAFE Queensland are a mandatory component of this course.
• PEP is embedded throughout the course to provide quality learning experiences, in a variety of health care settings, that develop your knowledge and skills, to prepare you to practice as a registered nurse.
• A minimum of 800 successful hours of PEP in an approved clinical setting is required by all students.

Important Information

• Checks and Clearances
• Mask Fitting
• Immunisation and Health Records
• First Aid and CPR
• Disability, Impairment and Inherent Requirements
• Registration and Self-Disclosure
• Orientation session
• Basic Key Skills Builder (bksb)
• Student profile
• Advanced standing

Assessment Methods

• Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course.
• You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.

How to Apply

• Direct application
• Apply through QTAC
• For International students

Course Disclaimer

• All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice.
• Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers.
• Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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