RMIT University

Bachelor of Nursing

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Graduate with the theoretical and clinical skills to start your career as a registered nurse.

Be a force for good and join the ever expanding healthcare industry with the Bachelor of Nursing.

Delivered in Bundoora, you will equipped with the essential theoretical skills and highly practical knowledge required to make a difference in a range of healthcare settings. Through your study, you will be prepared for diverse and complex healthcare environments through academic excellence, innovative research and clinical practice.

In addition to clinical simulations and practice opportunities in both metropolitan and rural areas, you will also spend time in the lab, explore mental health nursing, learn about indigenous health, and have your professional development supported to prepare you for a fulfilling career.

Delivery mode

RMIT University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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

Locations
  • Plenty Road, Bundoora

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Prerequisites

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4:

  • a study score of at least 25 in English other than EAL; or
  • a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL)

English proficiency requirements

The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) requires all applicants for the Bachelor of Nursing to provide evidence of meeting the required English proficiency level prior to entry.

If you are applying direct to RMIT, you must complete and submit the Bachelor of Nursing selection task (declaration form) to show that you meet the English language requirements for entry to the program.

If you are applying to RMIT through VTAC, please download and complete the form on the VTAC course page and attached the signed form to your VTAC application.

Your application for the Bachelor of Nursing cannot be considered until this declaration has been submitted. As entry to this program is competitive, you are encouraged to complete your application as soon as possible.

I am an applicant with recent secondary education (current or within the past two years)

Entry to this program is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement. You will be ranked on your ATAR plus any adjustment factors.

I am an applicant with Vocational Education and Training study

Entry to this program is competitive. Applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement, e.g., level of TAFE qualification completed (including any adjustment factors).

We will consider your entire academic record to determine your eligibility for entry. The highest level of education you have previously completed will usually determine how you are ranked.

You will be assigned a selection rank (comparable to an ATAR) based on your highest completed qualification:

  • Advanced Diploma: 81
  • Diploma: 72
  • Certificate IV: 54

I am an applicant with Higher Education study

Entry to this program is competitive. Applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement, e.g., GPA (including any adjustment factors).

We will consider your entire academic record to determine your eligibility for entry. Previous fail grades in similar courses may affect your eligibility.

You must have satisfactorily completed at least four courses (subjects) (0.5 EFTSL) at an Australian undergraduate level (or overseas equivalent). You will be assigned a selection rank (comparable to an ATAR) based on your GPA.

I am an applicant with Work and Life Experience

Entry to this program is competitive. Applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement, e.g., Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT) score (including any adjustment factors).

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent qualification) and meet the stated prerequisites.

Work and life experience does not provide any additional consideration for entry to this program. You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $48,969 $115,200 Fees are based on full-time study.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $48,969 $115,200

Career opportunities

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

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