Charles Sturt University

Bachelor of Nursing

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Bachelor of Nursing from Charles Sturt University has led the way for nurses for more than 40 years. Our undergraduate students are part of the university’s proud nursing tradition, joining the ranks of Charles Sturt University graduates across Australia who are known for their resilience, versatility and adaptability. You'll graduate industry-ready and prepared for your role as a registered nurse.

Delivery mode

Charles Sturt University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 7 Major Innes Road, Port Macquarie
  • Elizabeth Mitchell Dr, Albury
  • Boorooma Street, North Wagga
  • Panorama Avenue, Bathurst
  • Tony McGrane Place, Dubbo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Academic Entry Requirements

  • Completion of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) with the Minimum ATAR required or equivalent is achieved OR
  • A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR OR
  • A completed Certificate III at AQF Level 3, studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent OR
  • Partial completion of an AQF Diploma, of at least 50%, studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent OR
  • A completed AQF Diploma studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent OR
  • A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate from an Australian university (or equivalent), demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Overall Grade Average or Score achieved OR
  • Successful completion of a minimum of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the overall Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies OR
  • A completed Certificate IV in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse OR
  • A completed Diploma in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse OR
  • A completed Advanced Certificate in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse OR
  • A completed Advanced Diploma in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse OR
  • A completed Hospital Certificate in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse

Language Requirements

Students must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Student is from an English speaking background and must have attended and satisfactorily completed at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States of America) including at least two years between years 7 and 12. Student is an enrolled nurse with current registration with the NMBA - English language requirements will have been demonstrated for enrolled nurse registration at the NMBA.

Please note, we will accept ELP scores over a maximum of two test sittings in a six-month period only if:

  • FOR IELTS: The student has achieved a minimum overall score of 7 in each sitting, and Achieved a minimum score of 7 in each component across the two sittings, and No score in any component of the test is below 6.5.
  • FOR OET: The student has been tested in all four components in each sitting, and achieved a minimum score of B in each component across the two sittings, and no score in any component of the test is below C. If sitting the test over two sittings, results must be from the same acceptable test. For example, both IELTS.

Academic Entry Requirements

  • Completion of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) with the Minimum ATAR required or equivalent is achieved OR
  • A completed Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR OR
  • A completed Certificate III at AQF Level 3, studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent OR
  • Partial completion of an AQF Diploma, of at least 50%, studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent OR
  • A completed AQF Diploma studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent OR
  • A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate from an Australian university (or equivalent), demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Overall Grade Average or Score achieved OR
  • Successful completion of a minimum of two university level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the overall Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies OR
  • A completed Certificate IV in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse OR
  • A completed Diploma in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse OR
  • A completed Advanced Certificate in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse OR
  • A completed Advanced Diploma in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse OR
  • A completed Hospital Certificate in Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse

Language Requirements

Students must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Student is from an English speaking background and must have attended and satisfactorily completed at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States of America) including at least two years between years 7 and 12. Student is an enrolled nurse with current registration with the NMBA - English language requirements will have been demonstrated for enrolled nurse registration at the NMBA.

Please note, we will accept ELP scores over a maximum of two test sittings in a six-month period only if:

  • FOR IELTS: The student has achieved a minimum overall score of 7 in each sitting, and Achieved a minimum score of 7 in each component across the two sittings, and No score in any component of the test is below 6.5.
  • FOR OET: The student has been tested in all four components in each sitting, and achieved a minimum score of B in each component across the two sittings, and no score in any component of the test is below C. If sitting the test over two sittings, results must be from the same acceptable test. For example, both IELTS.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $96,480 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Study mode Blended
Duration 36 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $96,480 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.

About Charles Sturt University

At Charles Sturt University, we believe in making a difference. We are proud of our international research across many disciplines, including agricultural and veterinary science; education; biological, environmental and chemical sciences; ethics and philosophy.

Our academics are proven experts in their fields, and our research connections span the globe.

We believe wisdom transforms communities. With tenacity, we help to shape resilient, sustainable regions for the future. Acknowledging the culture and insight of First Nations Australians, our ethos is clearly described by the Wiradjuri phrase, yindyamarra winhanganha, meaning the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in.

Our mission is to build skills and knowledge in our regions. We offer choice and flexibility to students and work hand-in-hand with our industries and communities in teaching, research and engagement. Growing from our historical roots, we share our knowledge and expertise as a significant regional export industry and we bring strength and learning from this back to our regions.

Through our values, we create a welcoming community experience and learning environment that supports innovative research, advances society and gives back to our regions.