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Bachelor of Nursing Science (Graduate Entry)
James Cook University (JCU)
Bachelor Degree (Graduate Entry)
| Campus | Cutoff | Mid Year Intake? | Study Mode | Entry Requirements | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns | Not available* | No | Full-time internal, Part-time internal | Completion of bachelor degree in a relevant science or health science area |
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| Mackay | Not available* | No | Full-time internal, Part-time internal | ||
| Mount Isa | Not available* | No | Full-time internal, Part-time internal | ||
| Thursday Island | Not available* | No | Full-time internal, Part-time internal | ||
| Townsville | Not available* | No | Flexible Delivery, Full-time internal, Part-time internal | ||
Course Description
The course focuses on the theoretical and applied dimensions of human caring. Theoretical modules are linked with practical experience. Clinical experience incorporates supervised clinical practice in a variety of hospital, health agency and community settings throughout northern Queensland, beginning in first year. Graduates develop a wide range of skills to assist individuals and families in their experience of health and wellbeing. The course also emphasises nursing for rural, remote and Indigenous communities, plus tropical health issues.
Subjects you can Study
Evidence based practice; Mental health nursing; Rural and remote health
* Cut-off scores may not appear with some courses. There a number of possible reasons for this: The course may require entrance criteria other than a cut-off score, such as a portfolio, an interview or an audition; the course may not be open to school leavers; cut-off information may be unavailable. Check the detailed course information available on The Details tab to read more about the course's entry requirements.
Bachelor Degree (Graduate Entry)
Duration
Cairns
- Full-time internal = 2 years
- Part-time internal = 4 years
Mackay
- Full-time internal = 2 years
- Part-time internal = 4 years
Mount Isa
- Full-time internal = 2 years
- Part-time internal = 4 years
Thursday Island
- Full-time internal = 2 years
- Part-time internal = 4 years
Townsville
- Flexible Delivery = 4 years
- Full-time internal = 2 years
- Part-time internal = 4 years
Structure
72 credit points, including 21 credit points Advanced Standing for prior bachelor degree
Entry Requirements
Completion of bachelor degree in a relevant science or health science area
Comments
Students must provide evidence of immunity to hepatitis B within the first teaching period of their studies. A Suitability Card is required prior to the first clinical placement. Some placement agencies require students to produce a current Australian Federal Police check.
How does this course perform?
How do study fields for Bachelor of Nursing Science (Graduate Entry) at James Cook University (JCU) perform?
Nursing
Who is studying Nursing at James Cook University (JCU)
| 943 | 58 | 46% | 50% | 62% |
| Undergraduate students | International students | School leavers | Over 25 years old | Part time students |
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What Nursing graduates from James Cook University (JCU) say
Teaching quality
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Generic skills
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Overall satisfaction
- Worse
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Where do Nursing graduates from James Cook University (JCU) go
Seeking work
- Worse
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- Better
Starting salary
Not available.
Further study
Not available.
Life after Study
Nursing
Where are graduates that studied Nursing at James Cook University (JCU)?
| 60% | 0% | 40% | 0% |
| Public sector | Private practice | Private industry | Working overseas |
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