Diploma of Nursing Science/Bachelor of Nursing
Griffith University
CRICOS provider number: 00233E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12076
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
This pathway program will prepare you to transition into the Bachelor of Nursing.
At Griffith, you'll benefit from unparalleled expertise with award-winning teachers who provide exceptional support. Nursing at Griffith has been rated 5-stars for Overall Experience, Student Support, Teaching Quality, and Skills Development by the Good Universities Guide 2023.
The Diploma of Nursing Science is your gateway to success in the nursing profession. You'll delve into essential courses such as Foundations of Professional Nursing, Communicating Effectively, and Human Anatomy and Physiology, all while experiencing a dynamic blend of classroom learning and hands-on experiences in our state-of-the-art nursing labs.
Upon successful completion of this diploma, you will be offered guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Nursing. Prior to enrolling in Year 2 courses, you'll undertake the intensive 1809NRS Effective Nursing Practices course at our Gold Coast Campus, approximately six weeks prior to the start of the university's first trimester.
*This program of study is not yet accredited by ANMAC or approved by the NMBA and will not lead to registration as a nurse or midwife in Australia under the approved qualification pathway, National Law Section 53a.
Note: Students can take this program part-time but attendance at day classes is generally required. Part-time students must be available full-time for professional placements.
Areas of study
Nursing.
Career opportunities
Upon successful completion of this diploma, you will be offered guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Nursing (Logan).
Professional recognition
On completion of the Bachelor of Nursing you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency).
Practical experience
Students must undertake placements. A health check, including immunisation status, a Working with Children check and Australian Federal Police check is required. Applicants must complete a nationally accredited first aid certificate with CPR (at their own expense) by the end of the first trimester.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Any two units of English (Band 3) excluding English Studies.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Griffith VET Guarantee applies to this program.
All applicants
Minimum selection rank: 67.00 for Trimester 1, 2025 entry.
Advanced standing
Applicants eligible for advanced standing must apply for entry into the 283345 Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced Standing). Applications will close 28 April 2025.
Further information
View all details of this course on the Griffith University website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
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