Bachelor of Nursing
RMIT University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00122A
Graduate with the theoretical and clinical skills to start your career as a registered nurse. Major areas of study include foundational nursing care, acute care nursing, and mental health nursing.Theoretical content is supported with nursing practice laboratories, clinical simulation and clinical practice.Other areas of study include anatomy and physiology and complex care nursing in both acute care and mental health settings with an emphasis on research-based practice.RMIT’s nursing degree prepares you for diverse and complex healthcare environments through academic excellence, innovative research and clinical practice.
Structure
Total Credit Points: 288
Standard entry requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent qualification).
Recognition
Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Study pathways
Graduates who have completed an Australian accredited Diploma of Nursing less than 12 months prior to their application are eligible to seek eight courses of credit into the Bachelor of Nursing. Applicants who have graduated with an Australian accredited Diploma of Nursing more than 12 months and up to 10 years prior to their application can also seek credit but must hold registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Bundoora | Domestic: $95,040 International: $112,320 |
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Further information
Graduates will have excellent employment prospects in a diverse range of healthcare settings, including acute public and private hospitals, community and public health, mental health nursing, aged care nursing, specialty support services, industry and school health nursing. Employment is readily available in metropolitan, rural, remote and overseas locations.
