University of Queensland
3 Years
UQ's Bachelor of Nursing prepares students to become highly skilled registered nurses through an innovative program combining evidence-based learning with 880 hours of supervised clinical practice. Designed for those passionate about patient-centered care, this degree offers diverse career opportunities across multiple healthcare settings and specializations.
Applicants must have completed Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) with General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C). It is strongly recommended to undertake one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. The minimum entry score is ATAR 83 or IB Rank 31.5. International students must meet English language requirements: IELTS overall 7 (reading 7, writing 7, speaking 7, listening 7) or equivalent. Students must also meet inherent requirements demonstrating essential skills and attributes for nursing practice.
The Bachelor of Nursing curriculum covers comprehensive nursing theory and practice. Core courses include Health Across the Lifespan, Clinical Nursing Practice 1, Older Adults' Health, and Acute Care Nursing. The program integrates lectures, tutorials, online study, fieldwork, and clinical placements. Students undertake rostered clinical placement shifts and clinical skills simulations from the first year, progressing to extended full-time clinical placements in the final year. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and the development of clinical competencies across diverse healthcare settings including hospitals, aged care, community health, critical care, child and family health, and disability services.
UQ is ranked 48th in the world for nursing (Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025) and 1st in Queensland for medical and health (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026). The university has established strong partnerships with leading Australian hospitals and healthcare facilities, providing students with exceptional clinical placement opportunities. UQ's innovative narrative and inquiry-based approach, developed in collaboration with healthcare professionals and patients, ensures students receive contemporary, evidence-based education. The dedicated placement team coordinates clinical placements, including opportunities for rural, remote, and international experiences, preparing graduates for successful careers in nursing.
Graduates of UQ's Bachelor of Nursing are prepared for diverse and dynamic career opportunities in nursing. The program qualifies students for registration as a registered nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), opening pathways to specializations in gerontological nursing, paediatric nursing, critical and emergency care, rural health nursing, mental health nursing, and community healthcare. With an average annual salary range of A$85K–A$90K for registered nurses, graduates can pursue leadership roles, clinical practice specializations, research opportunities, and further postgraduate study. The extensive clinical experience and hospital partnerships provide strong foundations for career advancement and professional development.
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