
Monash University
Bachelor of Nursing
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Bachelor of Nursing degree trains you to become a registered nurse in 3 years. Through our accredited nursing course, you’ll gain the knowledge, clinical skills and placement experience to provide high-quality nursing care and make a difference to your patients.
You will also have the scope to provide care in multiple settings, including acute care, primary health care, mental health and health promotion. Monash Nursing will prepare you for increasingly complex health care situations in Australia and internationally.
You will gain invaluable skills in clinical decision-making, client care, communication, cultural competence and research, developed through extensive clinical experience in a variety of settings.
Delivery mode
Monash University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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- Wellington Road, Clayton
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Australian VCE subjects
- English
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 27 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL. Please refer to ‘Extra Requirements’ for the Additional English language proficiency requirements.
- Maths
- Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Units 3 and 4: any Mathematics
IB subjects
- English
- At least 4 in English SL or 3 in English HL or 5 in English B SL or 4 in English B HL
- Maths
- At least 3 in any mathematics subject
TAFE/VET:
Only applicants with a graded Diploma of Nursing with at least a minimum of 75% and current registration with Ahpra as an Enrolled Nurse may be eligible for entry.
Applicants who have not completed Year 12 or above:
To be considered, applicants must also complete at least two single units at an Australian higher education institution to satisfy the minimum entry requirements with the minimum average mark required is 60% (Peninsula) and 65% (Clayton). These are minimum requirements, admissions to this course is competitive and applicants may need to meet a higher requirement to be offered a place
Applicants who have completed Year 12 or above:
To be considered on your tertiary results alone you must complete at least one semester (equivalent to 24 credit points) of full-time study load (0.5 EFTSL) a recognized university degree with a minimum average mark required is 60% (Peninsula) or 65% (Clayton). These are minimum requirements, admissions to this course is competitive and applicants may need to meet a higher requirement to be offered a place
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS (Academic): 7.0 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 7.0, Reading 7.0, Writing 7.0, and Speaking 7.0
- Pearson Test of English (Academic): 65 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 65, Reading 65, Speaking 65, and Writing 65
- TOEFL Internet-based test: 98 Overall score, with minimum scores: Reading 24, Listening 24, Speaking 23, and Writing 27
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Nursing will prepare you for the following roles.
Clinical Nurse Consultant
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Clinical Nurse Specialist
A Clinical Nurse Specialist provides specialist care to patients in a health care setting. You might collect patient information and administer tre...
Nurse Practitioner
A Nurse Practitioner provides advanced health care to patients in a hospital or other large healthcare setting. You’ll liaise with other health pro...
Nurse Unit Manager
A Nurse Unit Manager supervises a team of nursing staff in a healthcare setting. You might work at a hospital or be employed in another workplace s...
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...
Aged Care Nurse
An Aged Care Nurse provides specialised care to elderly patients in a hospital, healthcare environment or an aged care facility. You’ll monitor hea...
Rehabilitation Nurse
A Rehabilitation Nurse provides care to patients who are recovering from an accident, injury or illness. You might work in a hospital, a specialist...
Cosmetic Nurse
A Cosmetic Nurse performs a range of cosmetic beauty treatments for clients. You might be trained in various services or specialise in a particular...
Anaesthetic Technician
An Anaesthetic Technician works with patients undergoing anaesthesia during medical procedures. You’ll discuss procedures with patients and gather...
Acute Care Nurse
An Acute Care Nurse provides advanced nursing care to patients in a hospital or other specialist health care facility. You might work in an emergen...
Critical Care Nurse
A Critical Care Nurse provides specialist nursing care to patients in an emergency department or intensive care unit. You might also work in critic...
Perioperative Nurse
A Perioperative Nurse provides care for patients undergoing surgical and invasive procedures in a hospital or specialist medical facility. You migh...
Renal Care Nurse
A Renal Care Nurse provides specialist nursing care to patients having treatment for renal impairments. You might work with patients on dialysis or...
Remote Area Nurse
A Remote Area Nurse in Australia provides essential healthcare to isolated communities, serving as the primary contact for patients. Their duties i...
School Nurse
A School Nurse provides health care services and advice to patients in a school setting. You might treat students and staff for minor injuries or i...
Surgical Nurse
Surgical Nurses are qualified RNs who have undertaken specialist training. They provide nursing support and care to surgery patients before, during...
Paediatric Nurse
Paediatric Nurses are qualified nurses who specialise in the nursing support and care of children and adolescents. They hold post-graduate qualific...
Oncology Nurse
Oncology Nurses are qualified Registered Nurses (RNs) who specialise in the nursing support and care of cancer patients. They hold post-graduate qu...
Palliative Care Nurse
A Palliative Care Nurse provides compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. You might work in hospitals, hospices, or patients’ h...
General Practice Nurse
General Practice Nurses are qualified RNs who work in primary health care rather than hospitals. They are employed by medical centres, aged care fa...
IVF Nurse
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Occupational Health Nurse
Occupational Health Nurses are qualified Registered Nurses (RNs) who provide nursing and safety management services in the workplace. They provide...
Cardiac Nurse
Cardiac Nurses are qualified RNs who provide nursing support and treatment to people with heart conditions. They may provide direct care to patient...
Director Of Nursing
A Director of Nursing oversees nursing duties in a hospital or other healthcare facility. You’ll manage nursing staff and coordinate nursing progra...
Anaesthetic Nurse
An Anaesthetic Nurse assists with the administration of anaesthesia during surgical procedures. You might work in hospitals or surgical centres, co...
Clinical Midwifery Specialist
A Clinical Midwifery Specialist provides advanced care to expectant mothers throughout pregnancy, labour, and the postpartum period. You may work i...
Recovery Nurse
A Recovery Nurse provides specialised care to patients as they awaken from anaesthesia following surgical procedures. You might work in a hospital...
Clinical Research Associate
A Clinical Research Associate (CRA) is responsible for monitoring clinical trials to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and protocols. Thi...
Psychiatric Nurse
A Psychiatric Nurse provides specialised care for individuals with mental health conditions. You might work in hospitals, mental health clinics, or...
Nurse Midwife
A Nurse Midwife provides care and support to women throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. You might work in hospitals, birthin...
Lactation Consultant
A Lactation Consultant supports mothers and babies in breastfeeding practices, ensuring they receive the best possible care during the breastfeedin...
Intensive Care Nurse
Intensive Care Nurses are qualified RNs who provide nursing support and acute care to patients with life-threatening and dangerous conditions. They...
Neonatal Nurse
Neonatal Nurses are specialist nurses who care for premature babies and infants with medical conditions in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU),...
Trauma Nurse
A Trauma Nurse provides critical care to patients who have suffered severe injuries or trauma. You might work in emergency departments, trauma cent...
Triage Nurse
A Triage Nurse assesses and prioritises patients as they arrive at a hospital or emergency department. You might work in emergency rooms, urgent ca...
Aged Care Coordinator
An Aged Care Coordinator oversees the care and support of elderly individuals in various settings, such as residential aged care facilities or comm...
Clinical Facilitator
A Clinical Facilitator supports the education and development of preregistration nursing and midwifery students in clinical settings. You might wor...
Clinical Research Manager
A Clinical Research Manager oversees clinical trials and research projects to ensure they are conducted efficiently and ethically. You might work i...
About Monash University
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