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Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) (672AA.4)
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| Bruce, Canberra |
1.0 years | ||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Health | Nursing |
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| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Commonwealth Support Place (CSP)
Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Research Students
Most domestic Higher Degree by Research students are supported by an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship and are not liable for fees up the standard course duration. Find out more about your eligibility here.
AQF Level
º£½ÇÉäÇø qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 1.0 years | |||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Health | Nursing |
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| Fees | Academic entry requirements | English language requirements | AQF level |
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View academic entry requirements | View requirements | 8 |
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
AQF level
º£½ÇÉäÇø qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
It’s time to stand out and be recognised.
If you have a Bachelor of Nursing degree with a Credit or higher average; are a clinical thinker, innovator and not afraid to back your ideas with clearly researched and articulated arguments, then this one-year honours degree is your chance to get noticed.
The Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) course is designed to expand your nursing knowledge and encourage you to use quantifiable research and fact-based evidence to develop new, more effective nursing practice solutions.
In preparation for this research project, you’ll undertake two coursework units which will give you a solid foundation of research theory and practice, before choosing a topic of interest to explore.
Once selected, you’ll investigate a real-world clinical nursing issue using evidence-based inquiry, a literature review and a research plan, before collecting the data, analysing it and then interpreting your results - before presenting your argument and ideas in thesis form.
If you’re keen to continue down the nursing postgraduate study path, this course offers an excellent foundation for UC’s Master of Nursing (Research) and the Professional Doctorate in Nurse Practitioner (Research) degrees.
Study a Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) at UC and you will:
- learn of academic study and research practices
- design and develop a research topic of your choice
- generate research evidence with the potential to influence industry practices
- work with the professional nursing community and industry experts
- benefit from UC’s unique and comprehensive system of industry contacts
- benefit from UC’s leadership position and understanding of governance in the health sector
- gain a globally recognised and respected qualification
- stand out from the competition.
Informing/Extending practice
As part of your thesis, you’ll be encouraged to identify a real-life clinical problem in nursing and undertake project-specific research to develop a more pro-active effective, user-friendly and ethically compliant solution.
You’ll also work closely with and alongside many of UC’s nursing specialists’ and industry leaders who will help inspire, mentor and guide your work along the way.
During this course you’ll also be invited to take part in seminars, workshops and conferences run by the Faculty of Health, to collectively disseminate cutting-edge research and collaboratively develop innovative approaches to complex challenges in the health sector.
Career opportunities
As an Australian Registered Nurse with an honours degree you’ll have the necessary qualifications to pursue a nursing career in any direction of your choice including:
- clinical research nurse
- nurse researcher
- clinical nurse specialist
- clinical nurse educator
- nurse administrator
- advance practice nurse
- nurse unit manager
- clinical nurse consultant
- nurse academic
Course-specific information
Applicants must have a completed Bachelor of Nursing with a Credit, or higher average, to be considered for this course.
An Honours Supplementary Application form must be completed, which can be found at: canberra.edu.au/current-students/forms
Students may be required to undergo a Police Record Check prior to undertaking clinical research.
Professional accreditation
None.
A completed Bachelor of Nursing with a credit or higher average.
An Honours Supplementary Form must be completed as part of your application. This form can be found at:
Assumed knowledge
None.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current .
Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) (672AA) | 24 credit points
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
Course duration
Standard two semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum four semesters part-time
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Demonstrate advanced clinical problem-solving skills utilising evidence-based inquiry. | - Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; - Use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; - Evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| Critically appraise and evaluate contemporary evidence in a selected clinical context. | - Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; - Use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; |
| Adapt the process of evidence-based inquiry in varied contexts and identify a problem area for further investigation. | - Adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; - Think globally about issues in their profession; |
| Systematically collect and analyse evidence to address an identified problem in an ethical and responsible manner. | - Take pride in their professional and personal integrity. - Behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. |
| Utilise advanced communication skills to translate the outcomes of the evidence-based inquiry process and articulate the clinical implications of the evidence evaluated. | - Communicate effectively; - Use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; |
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) | BNurs (Hons) |
Honours
Please refer to course handbook for details of requirements for honours and honours grading.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Current and Commencing Students | Email: student.centre@canberra.edu.au |
| Prospective Students | Email: study@canberra.edu.au or Phone: 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |