University of the Sunshine Coast
3.3 years
This Bachelor of Nursing Science prepares aspiring healthcare professionals to become registered nurses through comprehensive theoretical education combined with 800 hours of clinical placement. Ideal for students passionate about patient care and evidence-based healthcare practice.
Applicants must meet the ATAR entry threshold of 60.00 or equivalent. Students must demonstrate English language proficiency at IELTS level 7 with 7 in all subtests or equivalent for professional registration eligibility. Prior knowledge of biology or health sciences is beneficial but not mandatory. International students on Student visas must study full-time. All students undertaking clinical placements must obtain current first aid and CPR certification, evidence of hepatitis B and other immunisations, undergo criminal history checks, and obtain a Blue Card.
The program comprises 26 courses totaling 288 units across three main course categories. Introductory courses (114 units) cover anatomy and physiology, professional health communication, introductory bioscience, contexts of practice for children/youth/families and older persons, practice foundations, and research foundations. Developing courses (78 units) include health law and ethics, drug therapy, health alteration contexts, end-of-life care, and advanced practice preparation. Graduate courses (84 units) focus on mental health care contexts, leadership in clinical practice, complex care, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and cultural safety, and a 24-unit nursing internship. Students also select one elective course (12 units) from options including neonatal and infant health, perinatal and infant mental health, or life crisis nursing.
The University of the Sunshine Coast is accredited by the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC), ensuring the program meets national professional standards. UniSC offers flexible delivery across multiple Queensland campuses and provides eligible students with Commonwealth Prac Payments of A$338.60 per week during mandatory clinical placements. The university's commitment to evidence-based practice, cultural competency, and comprehensive clinical experience prepares graduates for immediate professional registration and diverse nursing career pathways.
Graduates are eligible for registration as nurses with AHPRA and the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, opening diverse career opportunities across healthcare settings. Career paths include acute care nursing in hospitals, aged care facilities, community health services, mental health settings, indigenous health programs, and regional or remote healthcare facilities. Graduates may pursue membership with the Australian College of Nursing and can advance to leadership roles, specialization in clinical areas, or further postgraduate study in nursing and healthcare management.
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