Bachelor of Nursing Science [Post-Registration]
Information valid for students commencing in 2017.
Bachelor of Nursing Science [Post-Registration]
Course code | 78210 |
Course type | Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) |
Professional Accreditation Status | This course is accredited by the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). Students enrolled in this degree will be registered with the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) for the duration of their program of study or until they are no longer enrolled. Graduates will be eligible to apply for professional registration with the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). |
Division | Tropical Health and Medicine |
Award Requirements
Admission Requirements
Course pre-requisites | Candidates must hold current registration as a registered nurse with AHPRA. Applicants must provide documentary evidence with their QTAC application. |
Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 3a – Schedule II of the 番茄社区 Admissions Policy. Students also need to take note that in accordance with the National Registration Board’s requirement, they must hold a valid IELTS (academic module) minimum score of 7.0 in all components within 2 years prior to applying for registration. |
Special admission requirements | Students are encouraged to undertake the UniPrep course if they have not studied recently and/or want assistance making the transition to University studies. Note: This course does not lead to registration or accreditation. Registration is a pre-requisite. |
Academic Requirements for Course Completion
Credit points | 24 credit points as per course structure |
Course learning outcomes | On successful completion of the Bachelor of Nursing Science [Post-Registration], the graduate (in collaboration with other health care professionals) will be able to:
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Course Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
NS2015:03 Law and Ethics for Nursing and Midwifery
NS3118:03 Evidence-Based Practice
OPTIONS
Select 6 credit points from Options List A
PLUS
Select 12 credit points from Options List B
Options List A
BM1011:03 Physiological Systems and Processes 1
BM1022:03 Physiological Systems and Processes 2
NS1220:03 Primary Health Care
HS2101:03 Indigenous Health Studies for Nursing and Midwifery
NS2112:03 Grief and Crisis Management
NS3119:03 Nutrition for Nursing and Midwifery Practice
NS3310:03 Applying Evidence to Practice
NS3320:03 Community Approaches to Care
NS3340:03 Nursing for Chronic Illness and Palliative Care
NS3350:03 Health and Illness in the Older Adult
PP2131:03 Human Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 1
PP2231:03 Human Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 2
Options List B
HS2101:03 Indigenous Health Studies for Nursing and Midwifery
NS2112:03 Grief and Crisis Management
NS3119:03 Nutrition for Nursing and Midwifery Practice
NS3310:03 Applying Evidence to Practice
NS3320:03 Community Approaches to Care
NS3340:03 Nursing for Chronic Illness and Palliative Care
NS3350:03 Health and Illness in the Older Adult
PP2131:03 Human Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 1
PP2231:03 Human Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 2
Campus
COURSE AVAILABLE AT | NOTES |
Cairns | |
Mackay | |
Mount Isa | |
Thursday Island | |
Townsville | |
External |
Candidature
Expected time to complete | 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time |
Maximum time to complete | 4 years |
Maximum leave of absence | 2 years |
Progression
Course progression requisites | Nil |
Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) | No |
Special assessment requirements | Not applicable |
Accreditation requirements | Students must be registered as Registered Nurses with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia |
Maximum allowed Pass Conceded (PC) grade | Nil |
Supplementary exam for final subject | Not applicable |
Advanced Standing
Eligibility | Not eligible |
Maximum allowed | Nil |
Currency | Not applicable |
Expiry | Not applicable |
Other restrictions | Not applicable |
Award Details
Award title | BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE |
Approved abbreviation | BNSc |
Inclusion of majors on testamur | Not applicable – this course does not have majors |
Exit with lesser award | Not applicable |
Course articulation | Not applicable |
Honours
Honours availability | An additional honours year is available [end-on] |
Eligibility | Candidates will typically require a GPA of 5.0 or above across the course to be eligible for honours. Potential students should consult the honours course coordinator before applying. |