Course Overview

About This Course

A world-class healthcare system needs nurses who can not only connect with and care for patients, but also adapt to and adopt new technology throughout their career. Our nursing courses will prepare you to work as an enrolled nurse or registered nurse, or advance through postgraduate study. You'll study in state-of-the-art simulation labs, and learn to provide patient-centred care with technology that's always changing. Develop the knowledge, confidence and clinical skills to provide evidence-based care grounded in compassion and innovation.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Entry requirements are not explicitly listed on this page. Please refer to Swinburne's course-specific pages for detailed entry requirements including ATAR scores, English language requirements, and prerequisite subjects.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared to work as an enrolled nurse or registered nurse, or advance through postgraduate study.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ANMAC

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

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

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