The University of Adelaide

Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

There are many reasons we encourage graduates to apply for an honours year. You might want to build a necessary foundation for entry into postgraduate research. You could be seeking answers to questions no one is asking in the nursing world. Perhaps you’re pursuing advanced communication skills and subject knowledge to gain a competitive edge in the health sector.

What will you do?

  • Attend regular classes for advanced coursework.
  • Conduct a research project on a topic within the field of nursing.
  • Partner with an academic who’ll supervise your research.
  • Produce an extended research report for publication.
  • Graduates who gain a first division honours can apply directly for PhD study.

    Delivery mode

    The University of Adelaide offers this course through the following delivery modes:

    On campus

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


    Locations
    • The University of Adelaide, Adelaide

    Entry requirements

    Domestic Students

    • There are no mandated entry requirements.

    Higher Education Study

    A completed Bachelor degree with a GPA of 5.0 or better. Applicants must first find a supervisor and project opportunity, and submit an Expression of Interest.

    Higher Education Study

    A completed Bachelor degree with a GPA of 5.0 or better. Applicants must first find a supervisor and project opportunity, and submit an Expression of Interest.

    English Language Requirements

    Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject.

    English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide

    • IELTS: Overall [6.5], No component lower than 6
    • TOEFL: Overall [79], Reading [13], Listening [13], Speaking [18], Writing [21]
    • Pearson: Overall [58], No component lower than 50
    • C1 Advanced: Overall [176], No component lower than 169
    Additional requirements may apply.

    Course fees

    Estimated Fee* $4,125 - $39,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
    * Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
    Standard Tuition:
    $4,125
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $39,000
    Enquire with The University of Adelaide to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $4,125 - $39,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

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

About The University of Adelaide

The University of Adelaide is ranked in the world's top 100 universities. We are recognised globally as a leading research university.

At the University of Adelaide, we embrace our role and purpose as a future-maker—for our state, our nation and our world.

We pursue meaningful change as we celebrate our proud history: applying proven values in the pursuit of contemporary educational and research excellence; meeting our local and global community’s evolving needs and challenges; and striving to prepare our graduates for their aspirations and the needs of the future workforce.

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