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Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration)
Flinders University
Bachelor Degree (Pass)
| Campus | ATAR Cutoff | Mid Year Intake? | Study Mode | Entry Requirements | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Park | 62^ | No | Full-time internal, Part-time internal | Year 12 or equivalent qualifications; or mature age entry (STAT); or TAFE/VET qualifications; or higher education transfers; or completion of a foundation studies program |
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| Riverland | 62^ | No | Full-time internal, Part-time internal | ||
Course Description
Nursing encompasses autonomous and collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families, groups and communities, sick or well and in all settings. Modern nurses play an important role in health promotion, maintenance and education, as well as in traditional patient care and the restoration of health. The course introduces clinical practice together with the scientific basis of nursing, communication for practice, research skills and the role of the nurse in the health care system. Students develop nursing skills and relate all aspects of body function with nursing practice, and also explore complex health issues.
Subjects you can Study
Nursing
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Bachelor Degree (Pass)
Duration
Bedford Park
- Full-time internal = 3 years
- Part-time internal = 6 years
Riverland
- Full-time internal = 3 years
- Part-time internal = 6 years
Structure
The course is highly structured and combines clinical practice with topics addressing ethics, law, psychosocial health, mental health, Indigenous health, evidence-based practice and the biophysical sciences. Clinical placements are undertaken during the course in agencies and hospitals throughout metropolitan and rural South Australia. Clinical placements include a combination of morning and evening shifts. Students gain clinical experience in various settings, allowing them to explore health issues through clinical reasoning and clinical practice.
Entry Requirements
Year 12 or equivalent qualifications; or mature age entry (STAT); or TAFE/VET qualifications; or higher education transfers; or completion of a foundation studies program
Study Pathways
Enrolled Nurses who wish to become Registered Nurses may be granted credit for prior learning. Applications for credit transfer are administered through the individual Faculties on campus.
Comments
Before clinical placements students must provide a statement of fitness for practice, Police Clearance Certificate, and an up to date immunisation record. Students have the opportunity to combine this degree with the Bachelor of Health Sciences providing they meet the entry requirements for both degrees.
How does this course perform?
How do study fields for Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration) at Flinders University perform?
Nursing
Who is studying Nursing at Flinders University
| 1,915 | 489 | 39% | 47% | 77% |
| Undergraduate students | International students | School leavers | Over 25 years old | Part time students |
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What Nursing graduates from Flinders University say
Teaching quality
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Generic skills
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Overall satisfaction
- Worse
- Average
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Where do Nursing graduates from Flinders University go
Seeking work
- Worse
- Average
- Better
Starting salary
- Worse
- Average
- Better
Further study
Not available.
Life after Study
Nursing
Where are graduates that studied Nursing at Flinders University?
| 80% | 0% | 20% | 0% |
| Public sector | Private practice | Private industry | Working overseas |
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