Bachelor of Nursing Science [Pre-Registration]
James Cook University
About
A JCU Nursing degree prepares you for a career in a range of rural, regional and metropolitan nursing settings.
This unique focus will distinguish you from your peers throughout your career.JCU Nursing graduates are known for their skill, care and work across Australia and internationally.
Graduates work in a variety of areas, such as metropolitan hospitals, rural and regional centres, Government departments and defence, non-government agencies and community health.This degree provides a strong foundation for future specialisation in areas such as emergency, mental health, aged care, oncology and community health, rural and remote practice or in health policy, research, management, or education sectors.
Structure
Course Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
Level 1 (First Year)
Teaching Period 1 (First Half Year)
NS1771:03 Introduction to the Professions
NS1881:03 Nursing Practice 1
BM1011:03 Physiological Systems and Processes 1
HS1111:03 Communication for Nursing and Midwifery
Teaching Period 2 (Second Half Year)
HS1401:03 Health & Healthcare in Australia
NS1882:03 Nursing Practice 2
BM1022:03 Physiological Systems and Processes 2
NS2015:03 Law and Ethics for Nursing and Midwifery
Level 2 (Second Year)
Teaching Period 1 (First Half Year)
NS2771:03 The Professional Role
NS2881:06 Nursing Practice 3
OPTIONS
Select NS2216:03 Rural and Remote Nursing or NS2220:03 Specialisation Project or 3 credit points of any undergraduate subject
Teaching Period 2 (Second Half Year)
NS2219:03 Inclusive Practice
NS2882:06 Nursing Practice 4
HS2101:03 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing
Level 3 (Third Year)
Teaching Period 1 (First Half Year)
NS3771:03 Consolidating Practice
NS3881:06 Nursing Practice 5
NS3363:03 Mental Health for Nursing and Midwifery
Teaching Period 2 (Second Half Year)
NS3882:09 Nursing Practice 6
NS3772:03 Transition to Practice
Entry requirements
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| Course pre-requisites | English (Units 3/4,C) Recommended: Biology, Chemistry and one of General Maths, Mathematical Methods, or Specialists Maths (Units 3/4,C) |
| Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 3c – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy. The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia requires all applicants seeking initial admission to the Nursing Register upon graduation from their nursing course, to demonstrate the necessary English language skills. See their website at: The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia |
| Special admission requirements | Students are encouraged to undertake the Tertiary Access Course or the Health major in the Diploma of Higher Education if they have not studied recently and/or want assistance making the transition to University studies. |
| Additional selection requirements | Information published by JCU or otherwise made available to students when applying, may specify additional criteria to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the places made available for the course. Information provided by applicants during the application process and any other information obtained by JCU in the application process may be used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to those additional criteria. |
| Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) | Clinical placement/professional practice: This course includes prescribed professional or clinical placements. Students will be required to undertake such placements away from the campus at which they are enrolled, at their own expense (Note: health professional courses generally involve extensive professional or clinical placements). Further information about placements can be found at: Coursework Enrolment Procedure Students who have returned to study where the duration between their previous clinical placement and their pending clinical placement exceeds 12 months, may need to complete the Clinical Reconnect program. |
| Post admission requirements | This course may have specific admission requirements such as immunisation, a Suitability to Work with Children card, a federal police check and/or other conditions that students must comply with. Students must complete all professional experience placement requirements by the prescribed deadlines and maintain currency of these requirements in order to stay admitted in the course. You will find your course requirements here: https://www.jcu.edu.au/professional-experience-placement/preparation-checklists |
Learning outcomes
Complete your nursing degree online, with the benefit of extensive supervised professional practice in real world settings from your first year of study.
This three-year full-time online course focuses on nursing in our northern tropical context. It prepares you to work in multiple settings, from large metropolitan hospitals to rural and isolated practice clinics.
Apply your theoretical knowledge in a practical context, preparing you for smooth transition into the workplace. Australian clinical placement is provided in a range of contemporary health settings. You will also have the opportunity to go on an overseas student exchange or an international placement experience.
JCU's exceptional learner engagement, teaching resources and leading lecturers ensure you graduate job ready.
Graduates will be eligible for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). Additional information
View the handbook for a detailed overview of core subjects and available options.
Honours
The Bachelor of Nursing Science (Honours) degree is available for high-achieving students. It consists of extra study and the development of a personal research project and thesis. An Honours degree is usually essential for entry to research higher degrees. Refer to the Bachelor of Nursing Science (Honours) Handbook for eligibility information.
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