Bachelor of Nursing
University of Wollongong
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About
Registered nurses play an important role in the health care system and are involved in a range of activities that are designed to provide care for people with acute, chronic and complex health conditions. Registered nurses are integral in the treatment of people, families, communities, and populations.
Throughout the Bachelor of Nursing, you will have opportunities to apply theory to practice. During 21-weeks workplace experience undertaken in hospitals, aged care, and community facilities, you will be immersed in nursing practice, ensuring you are workplace ready.
You will evaluate and implement concepts drawn from nursing theory and research to professional practice. You will also develop an increased awareness of the effects of cultural, social, economic, legal and ethical influences on the development of the nursing profession. This knowledge will enable you to accept responsibility for more complex client management.
UOW nursing graduates enjoy excellent employment prospects with 93.1% in full-time employment within four months of graduating compared to the national average of 80.1%. Source: QILT (2022)
Applicants who have completed or are expecting to complete an approved and accredited Diploma of Nursing (HLT54115 or HLT54121) should apply for admission to the Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurses–Dip Nursing Entry). Applicants will need to hold current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse and successfully complete a compulsory Orientation session. Eligible students will be awarded 48 credit points (one year) of
credit.
Areas of study
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, acute care nursing, anatomy and physiology, leadership in nursing, mental health and psychiatric nursing, nursing, person-centred care, primary health care.
Career opportunities
Registered nurse, specialist nurse, clinical nurse specialist, clinical nurse educator, nurse educator, nurse manager, clinical nurse consultant, mental health nurse, emergency nurse, theatre nurse, residential manager, disability support worker, drug and alcohol specialist.
Professional recognition
Fully accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Upon completion graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a registered nurse. Visit the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia website for further information.
Practical experience
You will have opportunities to apply theory to practice in modern simulated supported learning environments, prior to undertaking workplace experience. During the course you will attend 21 weeks of workplace experience in hospitals, aged care and community facilities.
Fees and charges
Essential requirements for admission
Check the special requirements and policies for this course.
The NSW Ministry of Health requires all students to be verified, which involves a National Police Check and compliance with NSW Health vaccination requirements. For further information regarding this requirement, refer to Clinical Placement Information on the NSW Health website.
Inherent requirements: Inherent requirements ensure the integrity of a course is maintained and preserves the university's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes. These requirements must be met by all students. Refer to Inherent requirements on the UOW website.
English language proficiency requirements for nursing courses: Before you can start studying to become a registered nurse, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) requires you to demonstrate a high level of English proficiency, either by providing a written declaration that English is your primary language or evidence that you have met the minimum English language requirements. Check the ANMAC additional English language proficiency requirements for this course.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed Knowledge: Any 2 units of English, any 2 units of mathematics, any 2 units of science.
Recommended Studies: Chemistry or Biology.
Bridging courses in Biology and Chemistry are offered in February each year.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Applicants who have completed or are expecting to complete an approved and accredited Diploma of Nursing (HLT54115 or HLT54121) should apply for admission to the Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurses–Dip Nursing Entry). Applicants will need to hold current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse and successfully complete a compulsory Orientation session. Eligible students will be awarded 48 credit points (one year) of credit.
Applicants with any other related qualification should apply for the Bachelor of Nursing and seek credit approval.
Other applicants
Refer to UOW general admission criteria.
Student profile
Visit the UOW website and select the undergraduate course that you are interested in, then choose the ‘Admission Profile’ tab in the Admissions, Key dates and Fees section.
Further information
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