Bachelor of Nursing

Swinburne University of Technology

CRICOS Institution Code 00111D

Duration

156 weeks

Delivery

On Campus

Study Load

40 hours per week (work component)

Intakes

Semester 1: 01-March-2027 (Hawthorn)

Course Overview

About This Course

Flourish into a skilled, innovative and compassionate healthcare professional with the Bachelor of Nursing. You’ll gain clinical competence and leadership skills through a balance of real-world learning, simulation labs and the latest digital health technology. Through deep industry partnerships, you’ll complete over 800 hours of supervised placement and gain extensive experience in hospitals, community health, aged care and mental health settings. Please note: due to high interest and limited capacity, students are encouraged to apply early to secure a place within this course. This course is available in Swinburne's Hawthorn and Wantirna campuses. Want the best of both campuses? Choose the Wantirna intake and you'll get to study at our Hawthorn campus too – one day per week for classes in Semester 1 of your first year. Double the campus facilities and features. Places are limited, apply now to secure your place. Along the way you'll build skills in areas like Critical thinking, Flexibility and adaptability, Problem solving skills, Patient safety and well-being, Wound management, Communication. Graduates typically move into roles such as Registered nurse (RN), Acute and Critical Care Nurse, Community and Primary Health Nurse, Aged Care Nurse, Mental Health Nurse. 93% of graduates found employment within 4 months of completing their course

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

John St, Hawthorn, VIC 3122

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

4738

Duration

156 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1: 01-March-2027 (Hawthorn)

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students:

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.
Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including Certificates IV (completed), Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Associate Degrees, Undergraduate Certificates and Degrees).
ATAR Minimum Entry Score 65.0 Lowest ATAR to receive an offer in 2025 [after adjustment factors] 62
A study score of 25 in Health and Human Development, any Mathematics, any Science or Sociology equals 2 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 30 in Health and Human Development, any Mathematics, any Science or Sociology equals 3 aggregate points per study.
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
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Note: This information should be used as a guide for those who have completed a course and are seeking credit into another course. For those yet to commence their course, during the time taken to complete, this information may change. Credit available may vary depending on the major selected within any given degree. Progression to professional degrees may be subject to additional criteria or academic performance.

International students:

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent overseas qualification.
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Registered nurse (RN)
Acute and Critical Care Nurse
Community and Primary Health Nurse
Aged Care Nurse
Mental Health Nurse
Health Promotion or Research Nurse
Leadership or academic careers in health and nursing education

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ANMAC

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units20 units

BIO10004

Anatomy and Physiology

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR10001

Health Assessment and Decision Making

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

HEA20006

Indigenous Health

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR10008

Strengths Based Nursing and Health Promotion

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR10004

Ethics and Law in Health Care

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR10005

Foundations of Nursing

Core unit, 12.5 credit points, 80 placement hours

NUR10006

Concepts of Aged Care

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR10009

Physiology in Health Sciences

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR20002

Mental Health Nursing

Core unit, 25.0 credit points, 160 placement hours

NUR20005

Acute Nursing Care

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR20007

Pharmacology and Pathophysiology in Nursing

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR20003

Nursing Research

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR20006

Managing Chronic Care

Core unit, 25.0 credit points, 160 placement hours

NUR20008

Nursing Children and Young People

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR30002

Preparation for Entry to Practice

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR30004

Clinical Governance and Quality Care

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR30005

High Acuity Nursing

Core unit, 25.0 credit points, 160 placement hours

NUR30007

Nursing Projects

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR30008

Leadership for Digital Health Technologies in Nursing

Core unit, 12.5 credit points

NUR30009

Complex and Community Care

Core unit, 25.0 credit points, 240 placement hours

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much clinical placement is included in the Bachelor of Nursing at Swinburne?

The Bachelor of Nursing at Swinburne includes 800 hours of clinical placement, providing students with substantial hands-on experience in real healthcare settings.

What facilities are available to nursing students at Swinburne?

Nursing students at Swinburne study in state-of-the-art simulation labs and have access to the Integrated Health and Technology Learning Hub, which has been officially opened to boost hands-on health education.

What nursing qualifications can I study at Swinburne?

Swinburne offers TAFE, undergraduate, and postgraduate nursing courses, preparing students to work as an enrolled nurse or registered nurse, or to advance their career through postgraduate study.

Why should I choose Swinburne for nursing?

Swinburne is rated 5 stars for learner engagement, ranked #1 in Melbourne for staff-to-student interaction, and #1 in Melbourne for graduate satisfaction, making it a highly regarded institution for nursing study.

Is there any financial support available for nursing students on placement?

Yes, eligible Swinburne students can participate in the Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP), a $331.65 weekly payment for the duration of mandatory, unpaid placement, available from 1 July 2025.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$67,000 – $80,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$80,000 – $95,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$95,000 – $110,000/yr

Career Paths

Graduate Registered Nurse
Enrolled Nurse
Registered Nurse – General Medical / Surgical
Emergency Department Nurse
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Nurse

Key Skills

Clinical assessment and patient observation
Medication administration and pharmacology knowledge
Wound care and infection control procedures
Critical thinking and clinical decision-making
Patient advocacy and person-centred care planning

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About This Course

Available Locations

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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