Diploma of Health (Nursing Pathway)
James Cook University
About
Gain direct entry into the Bachelor of Nursing Science upon successful completion of this Diploma, while receiving the support to succeed in small classes with world-class lecturers.
This unique pathway degree is designed specifically for international students.There is a high demand for registered nurses in Australia, and the employment rate is expected to grow very strongly.
Nurses work in hospitals, community facilities, aged care homes, nursing homes and community practices.
Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
Level 1
Study Period 48 (Trimester 3)
HS1111:03 Communication for Nursing and Midwifery
NS1770:03 Transition to Nursing Studies
Study Period 1
BM1011:03 Physiological Systems and Processes 1
NS1771:03 Introduction to the Professions
NS1881:03 Nursing Practice 1
Study Period 2
BM1022:03 Physiological Systems and Processes 2
HS1401:03 Health and Healthcare in Australia
NS2015:03 Law and Ethics for Nursing and Midwifery
Entry requirements
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| Course pre-requisites | JCU College Foundation Program with a minimum achievement of a pass in all subjects and a GPA of 4.50; or an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) of 50 or equivalent. |
| Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements assessed under the Australian International English Language Testing System (IELTS), of at least 6.5 with no element less than 6.5, or the JCU College EAP Level 4 program; or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 86 (no component less than 23) or Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) 58 (no component less than 58). |
| 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. |
| Post admission requirements | This course may have specific admission requirements such as immunisation, the requirement to obtain a Suitability to Work with Children Card, federal police check and/or other requirements that Students must comply with. Students must complete all Professional Experience Placement requirements by the prescribed deadlines and maintain currency of all 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
This course provides you a pathway opportunity to enter an undergraduate degree if you do not meet the prerequisites for the Bachelor of Nursing Science. You will also build an understanding of the key components of the communication process for nurses and learn the fundamentals of physiological systems
Upon successful completion of the Diploma of Health (Nursing Pathway), and pending you achieving the relevant English language requirements, you will be ready for entry into the second year of the nationally accredited Bachelor of Nursing Science.
Available to students on international student visas only.
View the Handbook for specific subject information.
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