Bachelor of Nursing (BN)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
3 Years full-time
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2241
Faculty
Campus
Ipswich
Location
Ipswich, Teaching Hospitals
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Nursing.
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2009*
15/70
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2010 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
728002 B Nursing
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 5310
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Documentation, applications and changes of preferences must be lodged with QTAC 14 days before the offer round for guaranteed inclusion. Further details are on the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au).
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Email: nursing-midwifery@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3381 1165
Duration
3 Years full-time
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2241
Faculty
Campus
Ipswich
Location
Ipswich, Teaching Hospitals
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Nursing.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 050456J
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. View the English proficiency policy.
View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 22100
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Admissions Officer
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelor of Nursing?
This program is a 3-year degree specifically designed to develop graduate nurses who will: direct their own learning and apply clinical reasoning skills in their nursing practice; be able to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams to promote quality health outcomes for clients in their care; provide high quality care through safe and effective nursing practice according to the ANMC (Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council) National Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse and possess the qualities, skills, knowledge and abilities expected of a University of Queensland graduate.
The program is underpinned by an innovative, problem-based learning curriculum model which has been informed by industry experts and responds to current national and global population health challenges. In the first 2 years of the program lectures and problem-based learning are incorporated with clinical experiences in selected partner teaching hospitals and health districts. In the final year of the program, students undertake extensive preceptored clinical placement providing them with exposure to an area of specialty nursing practice and the opportunity to consolidate and refine their skills in order to facilitate a smooth transition to graduate practice.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Nursing.
Placement courses
In order to undertake clinical practice it is a requirement that a Senior First Aid Certificate is maintained as current throughout the duration of the program, with resuscitation re-certification required every 12 months to maintain current status. Students are required to comply with the School of Nursing and Midwifery Infectious Diseases and Immunisation Guidelines and provide serological evidence of their status with respect to blood-borne transmissible viruses (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV). Students are also required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) prior to clinical placement. For further information on these requirements contact the School of Nursing and Midwifery.
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of Nursing
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2010 admissions.
QTAC code(s)
728002 B Nursing
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
Clinical placements commence in the first few weeks in first year. Students are 'buddied' with registered nurses for clinical learning throughout the program.
For the final year of the program, students are required to undertake extensive clinical practice. This may preclude students from undertaking outside employment during the final two semesters.
Overseas educated professional nurses who have successfully completed a tertiary nursing program of at least three years duration, who have recent relevant clinical experience and who meet requirements for English language proficiency will be granted up to two years of credit. In order to upgrade their qualification to degree level and to become eligible for registration as a nurse in Australia, these nurses will be required to complete one year of study to qualify for graduation from the Bachelor of Nursing program. For further details, see the School of Nursing and Midwifery web page.
Students seeking accommodation may wish to consider living in one of the colleges at St Lucia as a shuttle bus to Ipswich campus is available.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Documentation, applications and changes of preferences must be lodged with QTAC 14 days before the offer round for guaranteed inclusion. Further details are on the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au).
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 050456J
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
Accreditation body
Queensland Nursing Council
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 5310
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 22100
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approx $155)
- A clinical uniform shirt is required and may be purchased from the School.
Fee rules
View the 2010 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Nursing
Careers
Registered nurses work in a variety of public or private health care settings, academia/teaching, research, aid organizations, the defence forces and/or a combination of these areas. Some of the career pathways/specialties available to graduates are:
- Medical/surgical nursing
- Aged care
- Cardiac nursing
- Community nursing
- Critical care
- Day surgery nursing
- Drug and alcohol
- Domiciliary nursing
- Emergency care
- Indigenous health
- Infectious disease
- Mental health nursing
- Midwifery
- Neonatal nursing
- Neuroscience nursing
- Nurse academic
- Nurse educator
- Nurse manager
- Nurse practitioner
- Oncology
- Orthopaedics
- Paediatrics and child health
- Perioperative
- Public health
- Rehabilitation
- Rural and remote area
- School based youth health nursing
- Sexual health nursing
- Transplant nursing
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Royal College of Nursing Australia
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Nursing
To complete the Bachelor of Nursing, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #48 from Part A of the BN List. Refer to the BN rules for further information.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Nursing.
