Australian Catholic University

Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) is a one-year degree for high-achieving students who have already completed the Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent. The honours degree allows students to build upon the knowledge gained in their past degree, develop research skills that will equip them for future study at a higher degree level and work closely with an academic expert to contribute to a particular area of interest. The main focus of the degree is to produce a research thesis under supervision from experienced academic staff.

Importantly, this degree does not lead to nurse registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Delivery mode

Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 1200 Mair Street, Ballarat
  • 22 Main Street, Blacktown
  • 40 Edward Street, North Sydney
  • 1100 Nudgee Road, Banyo
  • 223 Antill Street, Watson

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • To be eligible to apply for admission to the course, a student must have completed a Bachelor of Nursing and attained a GPA of at least 5.50.
  • To be eligible to apply for admission to the course, a student must have completed a Bachelor of Nursing and attained a GPA of at least 5.50.

English language requirements

  • Applicants require an academic IELTS minimum overall score of 7.0 (with a minimum score of 6.5 in all bands).
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $6,129 - $31,008 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$6,129
Full Fee Tuition:
$31,008
Enquire with Australian Catholic University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $6,129 - $31,008 Support may be available

Career opportunities

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

Registered Nurse

A Registered Nurse works in a range of settings such as hospitals, aged care facilities and other health services. You’ll provide care to patients ...

Avg yearly income $103,220
Entry barriers Low

Research Nurse

Research Nurses are qualified Registered Nurses (RNs) who are at the forefront of medical innovations and improvements to nursing and treatment pra...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

About Australian Catholic University

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