Bachelor of Nursing, Deakin University

36 Months

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About this course

Deakin's Bachelor of Nursing is designed to equip students with the ethical understanding, knowledge, and skills needed to become successful registered nurses. The course prepares students to deliver high-quality, safe, patient-centered care across various healthcare settings. It features state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation Centres that simulate real-world health service facilities, providing practical training in a safe environment. Professional experience placements start early in the program, totaling 800 hours, and include diverse settings such as hospitals, aged care, community health, and mental health. Graduates will be capable of working in roles that require critical thinking, effective communication, and evidence-based practice. The course is developed in partnership with healthcare providers, ensuring relevance to industry needs, and is accredited by ANMAC and approved by the NMBA, supporting clear career pathways.

Why this course is highly recommended

Deakin's Bachelor of Nursing is ranked #15 in the world for nursing and is Australia’s #1 university for nursing teaching practices, facilities, and support services. The program's strong industry connections, extensive clinical placements, and cutting-edge simulation centres ensure students receive hands-on experience relevant to real-world healthcare environments. The course’s accreditation by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council and approval by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia mean graduates are well-placed for employment, with registered nurse job opportunities expected to grow by 12.2% by 2028. The university’s focus on quality education and strong employment rates (over 93%) make this a highly attractive choice.

Specialisation

This course offers a unique opportunity to enhance leadership potential through its specialized Bachelor of Nursing (Clinical Leadership) pathway. This variant of the program includes three additional core units focused on leadership development and offers mentored clinical experiences alongside nurse leaders from partner organizations, further strengthening leadership skills in healthcare.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

23.21L

Living cost

Degree requirements

To complete the Bachelor of Nursing, students need to pass 24 credit points, including core units, open electives, and course electives. Most units are worth one credit point, studied over two trimesters per year. The core units cover foundational topics like anatomy, physiology, evidence-based practice, and nursing safety, progressing to advanced areas such as mental health, chronic illness, and aged care. Students must also undertake professional experience placements starting from the first year, with a total of 800 hours in various healthcare settings. Mandatory checks, including police record, working with children, and immunization status, are required for clinical placements.

English language test

PTE

TOEFL

DUOLINGO

IELTS

Want to learn more about the admission process, eligibility criteria, and acceptance rates for international students? Visit the Deakin University admission page for complete details.

Career prospects

Graduates of Deakin’s Bachelor of Nursing are highly sought after, with employment opportunities in hospitals, clinics, aged care, community health, mental health, and more. The degree enables graduates to register as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, opening doors to a wide range of healthcare sectors globally. The profession offers diverse specializations, and graduates are encouraged to pursue further education such as postgraduate degrees, including master’s and PhDs, to advance their careers. With the demand for nurses projected to grow, this course provides strong pathways to a stable and rewarding future in healthcare.

FAQs

What are the clinical placement requirements?

Students are required to complete 800 hours of professional experience placements, starting early in the course and occurring throughout each trimester, in various healthcare settings.

What are the English language proficiency requirements?

Applicants must meet the minimum scores: IELTS 7.0 overall with no band less than 7.0, or equivalent in other tests, and meet the standards specified by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.