University of Sydney
4 years full-time (Available part-time)
Earn two degrees in one program combining science expertise with professional nursing training. This 4-year course prepares you for nursing registration and offers diverse career opportunities in clinical practice, research, health informatics, and healthcare leadership.
Applicants must have completed a recognised qualification and meet the required entry score. English language proficiency is mandatory and must be demonstrated through an English Language Declaration Form or approved test results. International applicants must have qualifications assessed for equivalency. Applicants must meet inherent requirements specific to nursing, including physical and cognitive abilities to perform essential nursing tasks. Applicants already registered as nurses with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia are not eligible.
The program combines science and nursing education across four years. First year focuses exclusively on science units including core subjects and electives from the science disciplinary pool. From second year onwards, students commence nursing subjects while continuing science studies. The Bachelor of Science component allows selection from multiple science majors, programs and streams. The Master of Nursing component covers culturally safe and person-centred nursing practice across the lifespan, professional experience placements totalling 840 hours in diverse healthcare settings including public and private hospitals, community health, mental health, high acuity care, aged care, and speciality areas. Students develop skills in critical thinking, clinical assessment, evidence-based practice, and inter-professional collaboration.
The University of Sydney is ranked 1st in Australia for Nursing according to QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025. The program provides access to world-class learning environments including the University of Sydney Nano Institute, Charles Perkins Centre, and the state-of-the-art Susan Wakil Health Building. Students benefit from dedicated clinical simulation facilities and partnerships with leading healthcare organisations for clinical placements. The university's strong research focus and inter-professional learning activities prepare graduates for advanced nursing practice and career progression.
Graduates are highly employable across diverse healthcare sectors with opportunities in clinical nursing practice in public and private hospitals, community and public health services, general practice, international aid and development, rural and remote nursing, paediatric and child health, intensive care and emergency departments, mental health services, aged care, and palliative care. Beyond clinical practice, graduates can pursue careers in medical science, health informatics, environmental health, health promotion, research, and policy development. The dual degree provides flexibility for career advancement into nursing leadership, education, research, and specialised practice areas.
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