Nursing Courses in Australia

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Nursing Courses in Australia

Nursing is a popular course amongst students planning to study medical courses abroad. Since Australia has emerged as one of the top destinations for studying abroad and has the most in-demand occupations for nursing, many international students prefer to study nursing in Australia as well. Medical colleges in Australia offer a wide range of specialisations in this field such as Child Nursing, Disability Nursing, Adult Nursing and even Mental Health Nursing. Here, in this blog, we will take a look at the many nursing courses in Australia.

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Highlights

Tabulated below are the top nursing courses in Australia that are available for students to pursue. 

Type of Degree Details
Undergraduate Degree Bachelor of Nursing (BSN), Bachelor of Science (BSc.)
Post-Graduate Degree Master of Nursing Science, Master of Science (MS.c)
Doctoral Degree Doctor of Philosophy
Short-term courses Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma

Specializations in Nursing 

Since there is a variety of nursing courses in Australia, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to specialization. Students can choose these courses once they are through with their undergraduate degree. The specializations are tabulated below:

Diabetes Nursing  Critical and Emergency Care
Midwifery  Correctional Facility Nursing 
Acute and Complex Care  Palliative Care 
Community Health Nursing  Dermatology Nursing 
Cancer Care  Psychiatric Nursing 
Ambulatory Care Nursing  Forensic Nursing 
Clinical Nurse Specialist  Community Health Nursing 
Neonatal and Pediatric Care  Aged Care Nursing 
Mental Health Care 
Nursing Courses In Australia

Top Nursing Colleges in Australia 

With an increase in students wanting to study nursing, more colleges have started offering nursing courses in Australia. Some of the top colleges for pursuing nursing and the number of courses they offer in Australia are as follows:

Name of College/ University  Nursing Courses
Griffith University  1 Graduate Course, 2 Undergraduate Courses, 1 Doctoral Course
University of Technology, Sydney  5 Graduate Courses, 4 Undergraduate Courses, 4 Doctoral Degrees, 4 Graduates Diplomas
Monash University  1 Graduate Course, 1 Undergraduate Course, 1 Doctoral Degree
Deakin University  2 Post Graduate Courses, 6 Undergraduate Courses, 1 Graduate Certificate, 1 Doctoral Degree
University of Queensland  6 Graduate Courses, 4 Undergraduate Courses, 5 Doctoral Degrees, 1 Graduate Certificate
The University of Melbourne 1 Graduate Course, 2 Graduate Degrees
University of Sydney  1 Graduate, 1 Undergraduate and 1 Doctoral Degree

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Eligibility Criteria

Let us now find out the eligibility criteria for different nursing courses in Australia. They are mentioned below:

For Bachelors:

  • Must have qualified for class 12th exam from a recognized board.
  • Students must maintain a Grade Point Average of 5.5 (50%) at the senior secondary school level.
  • Must have taken an English language proficiency test. The score for the preferred tests are mentioned: TOEFL – 98, IELTS – 7, PTE – 65
Nursing Courses In Australia

For Masters: 

  • Students must have completed 3 years of Graduation.
  • Must have an RN (Registered Nurse) Licence.
  • Students must have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 7.5 (60%).
  • Must have taken an English language proficiency test. The score for the preferred tests are mentioned: TOEFL – 96, IELTS – 7, PTE – 68

For PhD: 

  • Students must have completed a 3 to 4-year graduation degree and a 2 years Masters program.
  • A Registered Nurse (RN) License
  • The Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3 (55%) at the masters level.
  • Must have taken an English language proficiency test. The score for the preferred tests are mentioned below: TOEFL – 79, IELTS – 6.5, PTE – 58-64

Nursing Courses in Australia

Tabulated below are all the nursing courses in Australia along with their annual tuition fees. You can have a look here:

Name of Course  Name of the University  Annual Tuition Fees
Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced Studies)  University of Sydney  AUD 32412
Bachelor of Nursing  University of Technology, Sydney  AUD 19030
Bachelor of Midwifery  University of Queensland  AUD 34736
Bachelor of Nursing Science  University of Melbourne  AUD 29920
Master of Nursing Practice  Monash University  AUD 29052
Master of Advanced Nursing  University of Technology, Sydney  AUD 17640
Master of Midwifery  Flinders University  AUD 30,800
Graduate Diploma in Midwifery  Deakin University  AUD 24120
Graduate Diploma in Palliative Care  University of Technology, Sydney  AUD 17640
PhD in Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences  Monash University  AUD 46512
Doctor of Philosophy (Nursing) Deakin University  AUD 35000
Doctor of Philosophy (Health)  James Cook University  AUD 33000

Scholarships Available 

Since a lot of international students prefer to study nursing courses in Australia, there are many scholarships available for them. The scholarships are of two broad types:

  • Australian University Scholarships
  • Australian Government Scholarships
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Australian University Scholarships

The scholarships available for international students by the Australian University are tabulated below:

Name of Scholarship  Awarded By  Awarded To  Benefits
Adelaide Scholarships International University of Adelaide  International Post
Graduate Students 
Annual living allowance, Tuition fees, Health insurance
University of Sydney International Research Scholarship  University of Sydney  Students pursuing a
Masters degree by
Research Program
Living allowance up to 3 years, Tuition fees, 
Flinders International Post Graduate Scholarships  Flinders University  Students pursuing a
2-year Research or Masters degree or a Research
Doctorate Degree 
Relocation costs, Living Allowance, Tuition fees, Airfares 

Australian Government Scholarships 

The scholarships provided by the Australian government to international students are tabulated below:

Name of Scholarship  Awarded By  Awarded To  Benefits 
International Post Graduate Research Scholarships (IPRS)  Australian Government Higher Education Research Policy  Post Graduate and Doctoral Students Health cover costs and tuition fees
Australia Awards Scholarships  Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Undergraduate and Post Graduate Students  Return Airfare, Full tuition fees, Overseas Student Health Care, Contribution to Living Expenses 

FAQs

How do I enrol in Bachelor of Nursing Course in Australia?

Each university has its own criteria for enrollment in their universities. They have a different set of procedures and requirements. The common requirements are:
proof of English language proficiency
valid student visa and valid passport
academic transcripts and qualifications from the home country
work experiences certificates, references etc

What qualifications do I need to complete to be an Enrolled Nurse?

The national registration for all courses as a nurse or midwife is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). A diploma qualification is required to enter the workforce and get Enrolled as a Nurse.

Which universities provide midwifery courses in Australia?

Students can study midwifery courses in Australia a double major with nursing. The universities that offer midwifery courses are:
Monash University and Deakin College
University of South Australia and Flinders University in South Australia
University of Queensland in Queensland
Southern Cross University Sydney in New South Wales
Edith Cowan University in Western Australia
Charles Darwin University in Northern University
University of Canberra in the Australian Capital Territory

As an Enrolled Nurse, where can I find a job?

The health system has Jobs available for Enrolled Nurses. The private sector also displays vacancies from time to time and clinical environments announce vacancies through their websites.

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