Become future fit for a rewarding career as a nursing professional
With the world facing more global diseases and medical emergencies, the number of nurses required in the coming years is expected to increase. With rapid advancements in technology occurring in the medical field, professionals who are well-trained and can adapt easily will be sought after.
UNE offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in nursing designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to perform at your best in this dynamic field of health. Thanks to our well-established background in equipping adults for ever-evolving job markets, you will gain a deep understanding of the theoretical, ethical and clinical elements of nursing, enabling you to keep pace with rapid advances in this discipline. You’ll learn from leading experts who are engaged in cutting-edge research, have a passion for teaching, and have the experience to help you secure your career in nursing.
Most of our students choose online learning, where they become part of a community of adult learners who use their life and work experience to create networks for their futures. On-campus learners can access housing, and sporting and support services. Whether online or on campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters.
You’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for nurses, whether you choose to pursue a career in a hospital or other health setting. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
Explore the study options related to Nursing on offer at UNE.
Courses by study level
As Australia's population ages and healthcare needs increase, demand for skilled, qualified nurses is soaring. By choosing UNE’s Bachelor of Nursing, you’ll be stepping into a profession where your work has a direct impact on others' lives. With flexible study options online or on campus, UNE is at the forefront of nursing education in Australia.
After graduation, you'll be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and practice as a Registered Nurse in Australia as well as in many other countries. If you're already an Enrolled Endorsed Nurse, you can fast-track your studies with advanced standing and start in the second year—saving you time and money.
- 2 or 3 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- On Campus
- Online
As demand for qualified and compassionate counsellors continues to grow in a busy, complex world, the UNE Bachelor of Counselling provides you with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in this rewarding field. With a focus on supported, self-directed and reflexive learning, connecting with others, and developing qualities of genuineness, acceptance, caring and compassion, you’ll graduate from this course future fit for a fulfilling counselling career.
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
Be ready to adapt to the challenges of the rapidly changing world of science and technology with UNE's Bachelor of Biomedical Science. Our course is an ideal foundation if you are interested in health and medical research, or you are fascinated by science and its practical application. Develop your understanding of how the human body works and gain an in-depth knowledge of the methods and techniques used to diagnose, analyse and treat disease. Begin to future fit your career in this diverse and dynamic field and position yourself at the forefront of change and biomedical innovation.
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
- On Campus
The Diploma in Health and Social Care (Counselling) provides foundational theoretical knowledge and introductory skills in counselling. Whether you're currently working in the health and social care sector and are looking to complement your skills-based experience with a tertiary qualification, or you're considering a future career in the field, this course will give you the knowledge and practice skills you need to succeed.
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Online
UNE's Bachelor of Health with Honours is uniquely designed to equip healthcare professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in senior positions within the healthcare sector, from research to education and leadership to policy analysis. You will graduate from this course ready to identify gaps in service delivery, evaluate program effectiveness, and develop evidence-based policies – capabilities that are in higher demand than ever in the increasingly complex field of health.
- 1 year full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
With a flexible delivery model that offers both online and on-campus study options, UNE stands as a leader in nursing education in Australia. Our Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration) is designed as a professional entry degree, paving the way for eligibility as a Registered Nurse.
With the rapidly growing demand for healthcare professionals, you will graduate from this course with a wide range of career opportunities both locally and internationally. You can pursue roles in the public and private health sectors, nurse education and research, health and welfare service management, as well as health care promotion and public health.
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 5 years part-time
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- On Campus
- Online
With an ageing global population, the demand for skilled aged care nurses is rapidly increasing. In Australia, the growing number of individuals aged 65 and older reinforces the current and future need for comprehensive aged care services. UNE's Graduate Diploma in Aged Care Nursing has been meticulously crafted to equip registered nurses with advanced expertise and specialised skills required to deliver exceptional care to older adults in various aged care settings.
- 1 or 2 or up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Online
The global population is ageing rapidly. In Australia, the proportion of people aged 65 and older is increasing, driving strong demand for aged care services. UNE's Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Nursing is strategically designed to prepare postgraduate nurses for advanced practice in a diverse range of aged care settings, providing you with the advanced knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to offer comprehensive and compassionate care to older persons.
- 1 or up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Online
At the heart of a career in counselling is a desire to help others. Build on the skills acquired in your previous degree or professional experience with UNE's accredited, flexibly delivered Master of Counselling. Underpinned by a humanistic philosophy that focuses on the person rather than the symptoms, our course equips you to support people in need with practical skills and advanced knowledge. Future proof your career as a registered counsellor, able to engage in professional, reflexive counselling practice in an environment of genuineness, acceptance, caring, compassion and empathy.
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
One Health is a rapidly emerging discipline in public health, representing a multidisciplinary approach that recognises the interconnectedness of human, animal and environmental health. Examining these connections can help us to identify the root causes of complex infectious diseases and develop strategies to prevent them. In today’s world, one health is an increasingly important focus in both medical and veterinary science.
UNE’s Master of Public Health (One Health) offers you the opportunity to be at the forefront of this emerging and significant field of health and research. Delivered fully online, you can choose a specialisation and focus your study to give you a distinct advantage in the field.
- 0.5 or 1 or 1.5 years full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work with you to design a course to match your skills and aspirations.
You will have the freedom to assemble your course from a full breadth of subjects, play to your strengths and draw from your experience to achieve your goals. Learn in a way that suits your timeframe and do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor — with one-on-one guidance from start to finish. You'll be paving your pathway to the next stage of your career.
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
The One Health concept focuses on the holistic, connected approach to health, recognising the interconnectedness of human, animal and environmental health. Today, we understand much more about infectious diseases than we did pre-2020. We know that developing a One Health approach to problem solving, using a trans-disciplinary methodology, we can identify the root causes of complex infectious diseases and develop strategies to prevent them.
With UNE’s Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health), gain a thorough knowledge of the One Health approach and the skills to elevate your career in this emerging and significant field of public health. Delivered fully online, you can choose a specialisation and focus your study to give you a distinct advantage in the field.
Secure your future in the burgeoning and fascinating realm of public health.
- 1 year full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
Whether you are new to professional counselling or want to safeguard your career with an industry-recognised qualification, UNE's Graduate Diploma in Counselling gives you real-world skills and knowledge, underpinned by a strong philosophical framework. Our course equips you to support and empower people, building relationships and fostering personal growth in a diverse range of contexts. With flexible delivery, our accredited course integrates theory with skills-based practical experience and supervision to allow you to practice in this dynamic, person-centred field.
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new career direction, we will work with you to customise a course to match your skills and aspirations.
Choose from a full breadth of subjects. Avoid getting bogged down in a lengthy, traditional course, and instead, play to your natural strengths, refine your skills and draw on your experience to prepare for the future. And do it all with the support of an expert academic success advisor with 1:1 guidance from start to finish.
- 0.5 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
One Health recognises the interconnectedness of human, animal and environmental health, and the need for collaboration among multiple sectors to promote optimal health outcomes for all. By recognising the interconnectedness of these three fields, One Health seeks to improve the prevention and control of diseases that can spread between animals and humans (zoonotic diseases), as well as environmental factors that can impact health.
UNE’s fully online Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health) prepares you to build a career in population health, health promotion, epidemiology and leadership roles in public and private health, with a focus on this emerging health practice.
Enhance your skills and knowledge and elevate your long-term career prospects by studying with UNE’s experts in health practice.
- 0.5 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- Online
A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.
When you complete your PhD at UNE, you will be recognised as an expert in your area of study. Your original discoveries and innovations will be applied to benefit society and industry in Australia and worldwide.
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- Online
- On Campus
Practice-based research drives better decisions, stronger services and measurable outcomes. UNE’s Professional Doctorate provides foundational research training with a research thesis, supporting experienced professionals to contribute to the development of original knowledge that improves professional practice in their fields.
Co-design a workplace-embedded project with your UNE supervision team and your organisation, aligning rigorous methods with real-world challenges. Your examinable output is tailored to your discipline — for example, a thesis, a dissertation with artefacts, or an exegesis with a portfolio of creative, technical or performance works.
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform decision-making in your specialist area.
You will work independently, with personalised support from recognised experts in your area of study every step of the way. Expand your expertise, hone your research skills, and immediately apply your knowledge in a research topic of your choice.
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the subjects that matter most to you? That’s what a Non-Award unit with UNE will help you to achieve.
Non-Award study means you can learn without the need to complete entire course requirements or take on a full course load. Whether it’s a language you want to learn, a business unit to enhance your career, an improvement of your IT skills, an update on education principles or developing your management style, Non-Award study gives you the flexibility and control to explore what matters to you.
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- On Campus
- Online
If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross-institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of UNE's discipline areas.
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2026
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2026
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2026
- On Campus
- Online
What our students say

I work in the Nursing Simulation Centre at Deakin University in Geelong, facilitating the training of nurses which is especially important in the context of the recent pandemic.
Sharne Bellia, Registered Nursed and UNE Bachelor of Nursing graduateFind the right major or specialisation for your studies in Nursing
With demand for health professionals strong and rising, UNE’s Nursing offerings will help you to stay at the forefront of rapid changes to the health industry. Strengthen your position and graduate ready and confident to pursue a career in healthcare. Explore your Nursing study options now.
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's community care experts will help you develop the transferable knowledge and practical skills to prepare for a role in the aged care industry. Explore ageing from a theoretical perspective and learn to employ a person-centred framework in…
UNE's community care experts will help you develop the transferable knowledge and practical skills to prepare for a role in the aged care industry. Explore ageing from a theoretical perspective and learn to employ a person-centred framework in your practice, ready to succeed in this growing field.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Community Services | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Graduate Diploma in Aged Care Management | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Diploma in Aged Care Nursing | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Management | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Nursing | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Safeguard your career with the development of knowledge and skills related to community services, spanning various sectors such as sports, healthcare, and business. Benefit from the guidance of UNE's renowned experts in community services as you …
Safeguard your career with the development of knowledge and skills related to community services, spanning various sectors such as sports, healthcare, and business. Benefit from the guidance of UNE's renowned experts in community services as you expand your knowledge and capabilities.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Community Services | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Psychological Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Social Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Human and Community Services with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Diploma in Community Welfare and Wellbeing | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Learn from UNE’s expert educators and develop the essential knowledge and nurturing skills required to apply a person-centred approach to assisting those with a disability, as well as their families and carers. Future proof yourself and prepare for…
Learn from UNE’s expert educators and develop the essential knowledge and nurturing skills required to apply a person-centred approach to assisting those with a disability, as well as their families and carers. Future proof yourself and prepare for a career in which you will be in high demand.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Community Services | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Gain the advanced knowledge you need to become an expert in environmental public health with UNE. Develop multi-disciplinary analytical and research skillsets in the One Health approach and meet demand for experts in public health ready to tackle…
Gain the advanced knowledge you need to become an expert in environmental public health with UNE. Develop multi-disciplinary analytical and research skillsets in the One Health approach and meet demand for experts in public health ready to tackle issues such as climate change and natural hazards.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Public Health (One Health) | Minor | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health) | Minor | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health) | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Become an expert in the rapidly developing field of global public health with UNE. Using the interdisciplinary One Health approach, build the research, collaboration and communication skills needed to succeed as you prepare to face disease outbreaks …
Become an expert in the rapidly developing field of global public health with UNE. Using the interdisciplinary One Health approach, build the research, collaboration and communication skills needed to succeed as you prepare to face disease outbreaks and environmental hazards at a global level.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Public Health (One Health) | Minor | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health) | Minor | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health) | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Benefit from UNE’s established reputation in health management and be introduced to recent and future tech advancements in the field of healthcare. With our experts, you will build the practical and research skills needed in the fast-changing worlds …
Benefit from UNE’s established reputation in health management and be introduced to recent and future tech advancements in the field of healthcare. With our experts, you will build the practical and research skills needed in the fast-changing worlds of science, research and education.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration | Major | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Learn from UNE’s highly regarded mental health academics and be introduced to recent and future advancements in the study of emotional, psychological and social wellbeing. With UNE, you’ll build the practical and research skills needed in the fast-changing worlds of science, research and education.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Community Services | Minor | Undergraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Study with the experts at UNE to gain a deep understanding of nursing principles, refining your skillsets and compassionate care techniques. Prepare for a career in nursing that's grounded in expertise and practicality, positioning yourself as a …
Study with the experts at UNE to gain a deep understanding of nursing principles, refining your skillsets and compassionate care techniques. Prepare for a career in nursing that's grounded in expertise and practicality, positioning yourself as a valuable asset in the healthcare field.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Nursing | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Health with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Master of Nursing Practice (Preregistration) | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Diploma in Aged Care Nursing | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Nursing | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Specialise in organisational public health with the experts at UNE. Develop the strategic planning, policy and information management skills to lead and manage from a One Health perspective. Meet growing demand for organisational public health…
Specialise in organisational public health with the experts at UNE. Develop the strategic planning, policy and information management skills to lead and manage from a One Health perspective. Meet growing demand for organisational public health specialists who have interdisciplinary skillsets.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Public Health (One Health) | Minor | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health) | Minor | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health) | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Public health specialists who can respond to rapidly changing environments are in high demand. Hone your skills in strategic planning, policy development, and information management with UNE, emphasising a comprehensive approach to leadership and…
Public health specialists who can respond to rapidly changing environments are in high demand. Hone your skills in strategic planning, policy development, and information management with UNE, emphasising a comprehensive approach to leadership and management in the healthcare sector.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Health with Honours | Major | Bachelor Honours |
| Master of Public Health (One Health) | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health) | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health) | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
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Careers in Nursing
Studying nursing with UNE opens a wide range of job opportunities and will give you the future-proof skillset to secure positions in a wide range of roles and careers. With the need for hands-on experts set to rise, professionals with skillsets in nursing can find work in a variety of healthcare settings.
- Registered nurse (RN)
Care for patients in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics and long-term care facilities, assessing their health, administering treatments and providing education. - Nurse practitioner
Practice independently in an advanced and extended clinical role, in public or private settings. - Clinical nurse specialist
Specialise in a specific area of nursing such as critical care, oncology, or paediatrics, providing advanced care and expertise. - Nurse educator
Teach and mentor nursing students in educational institutions, sharing knowledge and practical skills to prepare future nurses. - Nurse manager
Oversee nursing departments in healthcare facilities, coordinating staff, budgets and patient care to ensure efficient operations. - Occupational health nurse
Focus on workplace health and safety, managing employee health programs and addressing workplace health issues. - Researcher
Conduct research studies in healthcare institutions or academic settings to advance nursing knowledge and improve patient care. - Healthcare administrator
Manage healthcare facilities, departments or programs, overseeing operations, budgets and staff to ensure effective healthcare delivery.
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