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Bachelor of Professional Nursing

Official Abbreviation BProfNurs
Course Type Undergraduate
Commencement Semester 1
Study Mode On Campus
Course Duration
  • 1 Year Full-time
  • 2 Years Part-time
2007 UAI N/A
2007 OP N/A
Fees Full Fee
Total Credit Points 48
Overview

This course will provide registered nurses from other countries who have a diploma in nursing qualification and professional experience, the opportunity to undertake advanced studies at the Bachelor level. Specifically, it will provide an advanced level of knowledge, understanding and skills in aspects of nursing theory, health management and counseling. While this course will provide a professional upgrading, the School of Health has not applied for accreditation from the NSW Nurses & Midwives Board for registration in Australia as graduates will return to their home country.
Intensive Schools Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements

Applicants with a two year nursing diploma awarded by the Indian Nursing Council or other Registered Training Organisation (RTO), acceptable to the School, complete 48 credit points.

Note: this course will provide a professional upgrading, the School of Health has not applied for accreditation from the NSW Nurses & Midwives Board for registration in Australia as graduates will return to their home country.
Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules

Admission to Candidature

A candidate shall: (a) hold a two year nursing diploma awarded by the Indian Nursing Council or other Registered Training Organization (RTO), acceptable to the School.

While this course will provide a professional upgrading, the School of Health has not applied for accreditation from the NSW Nurses and Midwives Board for registration in Australia as graduates will return to their home country.

English Language Requirements

Entry to the Bachelor of Professional Nursing requires an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no sub-band less than 5.5.

Credit Point Requirements

To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 48 credit points.

Program of Study

Course Structure

 Credit Points
Core Units 48 cps
Total 48 cps

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Period of Candidature

The maximum period of candidature shall be:

•  one year as a full-time candidate;
•  two years as a part-time candidate.

Career Opportunities

This course aims to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills required to work in the health care environment. It aims to build on the students diploma qualifications and professional experience. It also aims to further develop their skills of critical analysis and problem solving, as well as concepts and skills specific to the nursing and health management settings.
Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities None
Advanced Standing None
Fast Track None
Other Benefits

Articulation: 48cp equivalent to one year full-time study building on a minimum 2 year full time diploma
Honours None
Scholarships None
Further Information

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