- Benefit from an intensive clinical placement program
- Connect with regional health services
- Follow with postgraduate study to specialise in midwifery, mental health, emergency advanced practice
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Nursing Science
Award abbreviation: BNursSc
QTAC code: 013401
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-14 / Rank-71
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences
Recommended prior preparation: Criminal History check, Suitability Card (Blue Card CCYPCG), Hepatitis B immunisation, First Aid and CPR training (refer to Program requirements)
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: SC391
CRICOS code: 058567D. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Make a difference in the lives of others with a degree in nursing science.
This program prepares nurses who are life-long learners, critical and creative thinkers and are able to care and contribute to the health of the population and the profession of nursing. Studies include a philosophical foundation based on caring and community engagement, a strong foundation in science, and an emphasis on the integral nature of clinical experience to the development of competence in nursing. You can complete a mental health major. Graduates achieve the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council Standards for Registered Nurses.
Additional admission requirements
This program has higher English language proficiency requirements than most other programs at this level offered by the University.
Refer to the English language requirements for more information.
Post-admission requirements
Before undertaking clinical placement you are required to obtain and maintain a current First Aid and CPR Certificate, provide evidence of Hepatitis B vaccination, undergo a National Criminal History check and obtain a Suitability Card (CCYPCG). Refer to Program requirements and notes.
Career opportunities
Nurse in acute care, armed forces, community, rural, mental health, Indigenous health, aged care and industry settings.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). Students will be registered with NMBA for the duration of study. Students and graduates are also eligible to apply for membership of the Royal College of Nursing Australia, which is affiliated with the International Council of Nurses .
Registration
Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a nurse in Australia with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). The NMBA is a Board of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia has a number of registration standards—graduates must demonstrate that they meet these standards in order to be eligible for registration.
For example, graduates must demonstrate English language skills at IELTS level 7, with 7 in all subtests, or equivalent before being considered for professional registration. For full details of the AHPRA Registration Standards, visit the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia website.Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete all courses as listed below.
- (Optional) Select a Mental Health Major, after consultation with the Program Leader.
- Register any selected Majors with Student Administration.
In order to commence clinical placement you must:
- Hold a valid Suitability Card (Blue Card), throughout the duration of your program, which is issued by the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian (CCYPCG). You should allow 12 weeks for CCYPCG to issue the card. Note: students who do not possess a valid Blue Card will be unable to complete the clinical practice component of their program and will be unable to meet graduation requirements.
- Have a National Criminal History check (by Queensland Police Service or other state/territory authority).
- Show evidence of complete Hepatitis B vaccination (3 inoculations over a period of six months).
- A current First Aid and CPR certificate is required from an organisation recognised by the Australian Resuscitation Council before commencing clinical practice.
- Travel to attend clinical placements.
- Have a level of computer literacy, including word processing and email.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- The Global Opportunities (GO) Program is not currently available to nursing students.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Program structure
Introductory courses (8)
COR109 Practicum Placement 3
HLT100 Research Project 2
LFS103 Clinical Health Psychology and Psychopharmacology
NUR103 Research Project 3
NUR111 Research Project 4
NUR121 Practicum Placement 4
NUR131 Academic Skills for Success
NUR142 Computer Literacy
Advanced courses (14)
HLT221 Chemistry
HLT301 Mathematics
NUR202 Statistics
NUR211 An Introduction to Indigenous Societies
NUR212 Contemporary Australia
NUR222 An Introduction to Working within the Community
NUR231 Biology
NUR241 Business Study Skills
NUR272 Introduction to Economics
NUR300 Marketing Theory and Practice
NUR311 Principles of International Business
NUR331 Cross-Cultural Management
NUR332 Trade and Finance in a Global Economy
NUR341 International Marketing
Elective course (1)
Select 1 course from:
NUR312 Managing Global Logistics
NUR322 Global e-Business
OR another course with the approval of the Program Leader.
Study Plan
This Bachelor of Nursing Science Study Plan is for students commencing in the current Semester.
Year 1
- Eight (8) required courses:
COR109 should be studied in Semester 1.
Required courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Accounting Principles | |||
| LFS103 Introduction to Informatics | |||
| NUR111 Financial Accounting | |||
| NUR121 Law of Business Associations | |||
| HLT100 Company Accounting | |||
| NUR103 Management Accounting | |||
| NUR142 Business Finance | |||
| NUR212 Taxation Law and Practice |
Year 2
- Eight (8) required courses
Required courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLT221 Introduction to Financial Planning | |||
| NUR211 Retirement and Superannuation | |||
| NUR231 Insurance and Risk Management | |||
| NUR241 Personal Investment Management | |||
| NUR131 Tax and Estate Planning | |||
| NUR202 Financial Plan Construction | |||
| NUR222 Advanced and Transcultural Counselling | |||
| NUR331 Advanced Psychological Assessment and Reporting |
Year 3
- Six (6) required courses:
NUR300 must be studied in Semester 2. - One (1) elective course
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLT301 Clinical Psychological Practice 1 | |||
| NUR272 Practicum Placement 1 | |||
| NUR311 Advanced Research Design and Methods | |||
| NUR341 Clinical Psychological Practice 2 | |||
| NUR300 Practicum Placement 2 | |||
| NUR332 Research Project 1 |
Elective course: (1)
Select 1 elective course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUR312 Ethical Professional Practice of Psychology | |||
| NUR322 Clinical Psychological Practice 3 |