Course Overview

About This Course

Focusing on research, the honours year builds on the foundations established in your undergraduate degree. You will study a particular topic of professional interest in greater depth and create pathways to specialisations and further research or study. The Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) is a specialised year of study taken after the completion of a Bachelor of Nursing, entry to practice Master degree or combined degrees. For entry into senior nursing and midwifery roles there's now an increasing industry expectation for graduates with high-level research and evaluation skills. Honours offers you a competitive edge in the job market and is designed to provide you with the knowledge and research skills to undertake a postgraduate research degree, advanced professional training or to pursue diverse employment opportunities. The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers research in areas influencing quality and patient safety in health care. These include: clinical risk and symptom management, chronic disease management, effective health delivery, health care ethics, decision making, aged care, midwifery and translational research. Throughout this course you will gain a deep understanding of the philosophies, ethics and principles of health care research; knowledge of a range of research approaches; skills in data management, methods and tools for research practice; and skills in planning, implementing and reporting research studies. This course will give you an understanding of how to develop a research proposal, from the identification of a research issue and literature review through to writing and submitting the proposal for approval by an ethics committee. You will undertake a research project and an individual research thesis in the area of nursing practice and develop evaluation and research skills in nursing practice and health service delivery.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Completion of a Bachelor of Nursing with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65 in all level three or four Deakin units (or in final year units for awards from other providers)
A combination of qualifications and experience may be deemed equivalent to minimum academic requirements
English language proficiency: Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English
English language proficiency: IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
Other evidence of English language proficiency may also be accepted
Selection is based on a holistic consideration of academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances
Recognition of prior learning will not normally be given to applicants entering the honours sequence
Any unit with a work integrated learning component, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, working with children check or other check

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

After successfully completing the Bachelor of Nursing (Honours), you will be well prepared to build on your profile as a Registered Nurse, leading quality care initiatives and evidence-based practice. You will have improved entry into a range of areas including quality management, policy, education, research and clinical practice. You will be qualified for rewarding roles in all areas of nursing including acute care/sub-acute care, emergency, aged care, paediatrics and rehabilitation; in hospitals, government departments, district health services, the education sector, business and private industry. Alternatively, you may decide to undertake a research degree such as a research Masters or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ANMAC

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units5 units

DAI001

Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin

0 credit point compulsory unit completed in first study period

HBS400

Research Methods

Core unit studied in Semester 1

HNR412

Research Planning in Nursing

Core unit studied in Semester 1 (full-time) or Semester 2 (part-time)

HNR410

Research Project 1

4 credit point independent research project component, Semester 2

HNR411

Research Project 2

4 credit point independent research project component, Semester 2

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)?

To be considered for admission, you must have completed a Bachelor of Nursing with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65 in all level three or four Deakin units (or in final year units for awards from other providers). You must also meet English language proficiency requirements, such as an IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6.0) or a VCE English study score of at least 30 in EAL or 25 in any other English.

How long does it take to complete the Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)?

The course takes 1 year full-time or the part-time equivalent. As a full-time student, you will study four credit points per semester across two semesters. Part-time students may complete in less than four semesters — please contact your course enrolment officer for details. Note that part-time enrolment is not available to international students.

What research areas does the School of Nursing and Midwifery focus on?

The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers research in areas influencing quality and patient safety in health care. These include: clinical risk and symptom management, chronic disease management, effective health delivery, health care ethics, decision making, aged care, midwifery and translational research. The School conducts its research through the Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research (QPS).

Can completing the Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) lead to further study?

Yes. Students who achieve a high-grade Honours result can apply for credit for the research component if they decide to progress to a masters degree. A high-grade Honours result also gives students the option of applying for entry to a PhD program.

What is the estimated cost of the Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)?

The estimated tuition fee for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is $6,081 for 1 year full-time (HECS). This figure is provided as a guide only and represents the typical first-year tuition fees. The actual cost will depend on the units you choose, your study load, and the time it takes to complete your course.

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