RMIT University
3 years full-time (or 2 years for diploma holders)
The Bachelor of Nursing prepares students to become registered nurses through a combination of theoretical study, clinical simulations, and hands-on practice in real healthcare settings. Ideal for those passionate about patient care and making a difference in diverse healthcare environments.
Applicants must have completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or equivalent qualification with a study score of at least 25 in English (other than EAL) or 27 in EAL. An ATAR of 72.90 is required for domestic students. Applicants must be 18 years of age by 1 December of the first year to meet mandatory clinical placement requirements. All applicants must meet English proficiency requirements set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and complete a selection task declaration form. International students must study full-time.
Year 1 focuses on biosciences, fundamentals of nursing practice, essentials of healthcare in Australia, and initial clinical practice. Year 2 builds on foundational knowledge with emphasis on acute care settings including medical, surgical, and mental health nursing. Year 3 covers specialized nursing areas such as palliative care, advanced specialty nursing, and paediatric nursing, with a professional development seminar preparing graduates for registered nurse roles. Throughout the program, students study anatomy and physiology, community care nursing, foundational nursing care, continuing care nursing, high dependency nursing, and medical-surgical nursing. Students undertake 20 weeks of clinical practice across diverse healthcare settings.
RMIT University is a leading Australian institution with extensive industry connections in healthcare. The program is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) as an entry-to-practice degree. RMIT features state-of-the-art simulated learning facilities for realistic clinical practice, partnerships with major healthcare agencies for placements, and clinical staff involvement in student supervision. The university's emphasis on research-based practice, innovative teaching methods, and professional development ensures graduates are job-ready and equipped for diverse healthcare careers.
Graduates qualify as registered nurses with excellent employment prospects in Australia and internationally. Career opportunities include roles in public and private hospitals, community health organizations, aged-care facilities, mental health services, emergency departments, and specialty areas such as cardiology, oncology, paediatrics, and critical care. Nurses may also pursue education, research, and health policy roles. The program prepares graduates for diverse metropolitan, rural, remote, and overseas healthcare settings, with many RMIT graduates securing positions at leading healthcare organizations globally.
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