Course summary
This pathway program is for Enrolled Nurses; graduates of the HLT51612 Diploma in Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 Nursing) or HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing. The course requires current APHRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
A specifically designed course of study acknowledges previous learning and enables Enrolled Nurses to complete the Bachelor of Nursing in a shorter period of time (two years full-time or four years part-time).
Students who qualify for admission will receive advanced standing (credit) in recognition of their diploma study and complete the equivalent of four specifically designed conversion units alongside the remaining second year units of study.
The Bachelor of Nursing provides students with a combination of foundational science, professional knowledge and clinical experiences to comprehensively prepare graduates for a career in nursing and health. The degree aims to produce graduates with the competence, confidence and flexibility to adapt to changes and contribute to innovation in the nursing profession and the health care system.
The course is responsive to contemporary nursing practices and provides content and clinical experiences as follows:
Professional areas: critical thinking and analysis, provision and coordination of person-centred care, independent and collaborative care, primary health care, mental health, acute and complex care, chronic disease management, palliative care, leadership and care management, aged care.
Biological sciences: anatomy, physiology, patho-physiology and pharmacology.
Social sciences: Australian health care system, Indigenous studies, philosophy, psychology and sociology for health sciences, legal and ethical studies and research methods.
All students are required to attend an intensive block at the Gold Coast campus and possibly at Coffs Harbour.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| Intellectual rigour | construct nursing practices on a comprehensive knowledge base to inform clinical reasoning and decision making to deliver sound judgements, safe, quality person centred care use and contribute to research as a basis for ongoing professional inquiry and evidence based nursing practice responsive to holistic patient/consumer need |
| Creativity | incorporate creativity, integrity, responsibility and accountability in professional work practices, community activities and ongoing learning |
| Ethical practice | assimilate professional attributes and adhere to professional ethical and legal standards set by the profession to ensure safe and effective nursing practice |
| Knowledge of a discipline | integrate and demonstrate professional nursing competencies and a command of the factors that influence health outcomes for person centred care in a range of contexts |
| Lifelong learning | possess comprehensive clinical abilities to apply reflective and analytical skills in initiating, prioritising, performing, managing and evaluating nursing practices in a range of diverse consumer and health related circumstances and environments |
| Communication and social skills | demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively with the consumer, the nursing team or as a member of interdisciplinary health care teams and effectively lead the delivery of nursing |
| Cultural competence | apply and integrate an understanding of social, Indigenous and cultural diversity, a local and international perspective, and respect for the identity and dignity of all persons |
Supervised clinical placements (totalling 640 hours) provide students with experiences of nursing in settings relevant to their areas of study in public and private hospitals and health agencies. This may include acute and low care health facilities; community settings; mental health facilities; extended residential aged care; GP practices; health promotion and education; intensive care; health clinics; accident and emergency; palliative care; primary health care settings and related nursing and health services within metropolitan, regional and rural areas throughout NSW and QLD. Students may be able to undertake national and international clinical placements.
The 640 hours of professional placement is spread across several units within the course. Included in these units is a specifically designed professional experience placement for the Enrolled Nurse Pathway students to facilitate progression towards thinking and practice in the role of an RN.
The course provides for the opportunity to specialise in specific clinical areas of interest based on availability and supervisory facilities.
The degree is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and provides the necessary qualification for graduates to be eligible to become a Registered Nurse in Australia.
Course overview
Course code
3007303
Course abbreviation
BN(EN)
Credit points
288
Equivalent units
24
Domestic duration
2 years full-time; 3 years part-time
International duration
3 years full-time
Availability details
Domestic
| Location | Session | UAC code | QTAC code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffs Harbour | 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Gold Coast | 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Lismore | 1 | N/A | N/A |
Domestic fees
International
| Location | Session | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | 1 | $25,200 ($3,150 per unit) | 093295K |
Course requirements
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Nursing a candidate shall successfully complete the equivalent of fifteen (15) units (180 credit points) comprising all units listed in the Schedule of Units.
Professional Experience Learning
This course includes professional experience learning. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed on School of Health and Human Sciences Professional Experience page must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
Progression
Candidates are not permitted to have an extended period of more than 12 months between study of any two (2) units with professional experience learning.
Candidates are not permitted to have an extended period of more than 12 months between study of a theory unit that relates specifically to a particular unit with professional experience learning.
Subsequent to the above, students who have an interrupted study sequence of more than 12 months will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and may be required to undertake a specified supported professional experience placement to ensure professional experience currency prior to continuation of the course.
Duration
The maximum duration for completion of the award of Bachelor of Nursing is seven (7) years in total which includes any period for a leave of absence.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access & Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access & Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Schedule of units
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO20003 - Intermediate Anatomy and Physiology | Intermediate | ||
| NRS20006 - Foundations to Nursing | Intermediate Note 2 | Note 2 | |
| NRS20005 - Nursing Practices | Intermediate Note 1, Note 3 | Note 1, Note 3 | |
| PHA00315 - Introductory Pharmacology | Introductory | ||
| NRS20002 - Clinical Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning | Intermediate | ||
| MAT71004 - Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | Introductory | ||
| NRS73005 - The Emerging Practitioner | Advanced | ||
| NRS30001 - Utilising Research to Promote Quality in Health Care | Advanced | ||
| NRS73001 - Acute Care Nursing | Advanced Note 4 | Note 4 | |
| NRS73007 - Nursing Management of Acute Health Breakdown | Advanced | ||
| NRS30004 - Care Management and Leadership | Advanced Note 5 | Note 5 | |
| NRS30005 - Complex Challenges in Nursing Care | Advanced | ||
| NRS73009 - Transformative Nursing Practices | Advanced Note 1, Note 6 | Note 1, Note 6 |
Course progressions
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students will receive 108cp of Advanced Standing based on completion of the relevant Diploma in Nursing | |||
| Year 1, Session 1 | |||
| BIO20003 - Intermediate Anatomy and Physiology | Intermediate | ||
| NRS20006 - Foundations to Nursing | Intermediate | ||
| NRS20002 - Clinical Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning | Intermediate | ||
| PHA00315 - Introductory Pharmacology | Introductory | ||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| NRS20005 - Nursing Practices | Intermediate Note 1 | Note 1 | |
| MAT71004 - Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| NRS30001 - Utilising Research to Promote Quality in Health Care | Advanced | ||
| NRS73005 - The Emerging Practitioner | Advanced | ||
| NRS73001 - Acute Care Nursing | Advanced | ||
| NRS73007 - Nursing Management of Acute Health Breakdown | Advanced | ||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| NRS30004 - Care Management and Leadership | Advanced | ||
| NRS30005 - Complex Challenges in Nursing Care | Advanced | ||
| NRS73009 - Transformative Nursing Practices | Advanced Note 1 | Note 1 | |
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1, Session 1 | |||
| BIO20003 - Intermediate Anatomy and Physiology | Intermediate | ||
| NRS20006 - Foundations to Nursing | Intermediate | ||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| MAT71004 - Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| NRS20002 - Clinical Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning | Intermediate | ||
| PHA00315 - Introductory Pharmacology | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| NRS20005 - Nursing Practices | Intermediate Note 1 | Note 1 | |
| Year 3, Session 1 | |||
| NRS30001 - Utilising Research to Promote Quality in Health Care | Advanced | ||
| NRS73005 - The Emerging Practitioner | Advanced | ||
| NRS73001 - Acute Care Nursing | Advanced | ||
| NRS73007 - Nursing Management of Acute Health Breakdown | Advanced | ||
| Year 3, Session 2 | |||
| NRS30004 - Care Management and Leadership | Advanced | ||
| NRS30005 - Complex Challenges in Nursing Care | Advanced | ||
| NRS73009 - Transformative Nursing Practices | Advanced Note 1 | Note 1 | |
Notes
| Note 1: | Double-weighted unit |
| Note 2: | 80hrs Mental Health Placement |
| Note 3: | 160hrs Chronic Illness and Primary Care Placement |
| Note 4: | 160hrs Acute Care Placement |
| Note 5: | 80hrs Aged Care and Leadership Placement |
| Note 6: | 160hrs Speciality Placement |
| Note 7: | Alternatively can be completed in Year 2, Session 1 |