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Bachelor of Science (Nursing)

Bachelor

This course prepares students to become registered nurses, focusing on biological, psychosocial, and nursing sciences, advanced clinical skills, and fieldwork. It includes supervised clinical placements and opportunities for international study experiences.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3.5 years full-time

Course Code

B-NURS, 041794K

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Fees

$8,000 per year

International Fees

$43,150 per year / $151,025 total

About this course

Overview

Please be aware, the Nursing comprehensive stream will be replaced by our new Advanced Nursing course from 2026. Learn more on the Bachelor of Science (Advanced Nursing) course page.

Note: Only applications from current Registered Nurses can be accepted for the mid-year (July) intake.

This is a comprehensive course that includes biological, psychosocial and nursing sciences; advanced clinical skill development; and simulated practice and fieldwork.

Your studies will focus on developing the knowledge and skills needed for our changing healthcare system.

Throughout the course, you'll be encouraged to be an active member of an interprofessional healthcare team, gaining the opportunity to study with various nursing and medical specialists in a range of fields.

You'll develop strong, practical skills through supervised clinical placements in hospital, private practice, aged care, rural health, and community and mental health settings.

You may also have the opportunity for international study experiences.

This can be a physically and mentally challenging course. Please familiarise yourself with the inherent requirements before applying.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

ATAR pathway

Minimum ATAR 70

This course has a minimum ATAR of 70

Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

There are no essential WACE subjects for this course.

Desirable WACE subjects

Human Biology ATAR and Integrated Science ATAR

StepUp Entry

StepUp grants additional ATAR points to help eligible students qualify for admission.

Alternative pathways

UniReady: The UniReady Enabling Program can help you qualify for entry into a range of undergraduate courses.
Certificate IV + English Competency: The certificate IV is the minimum requirement for university entry. It qualifies you for entry to Curtin courses with a 70 ATAR. You must also meet English language proficiency and check that you meet any extra subject prerequisites (where applicable).
Indigenous applicant: The Centre for Aboriginal Studies offers bridging courses tailored to help you gain entry into this course.
STAT entry: The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

Writing: 7
Speaking: 7
Reading: 7
Listening: 7
Overall band score: 7

What you will learn

demonstrate accountable, safe, effective and innovative nursing care in a diverse range of health settings.
apply critical thinking and reflection to problem solving and clinical decision making for health improvements
critically analyse scientific literature and health standards in order to reflect on and synthesise complex information and integrate this into clinical practice
communicate effectively with individuals, families, communities within diverse health contexts and across interprofessional teams
use technologies proficiently to support quality patient care within a changing health care environment
recognise the values intrinsic to registered nurse practice and demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning through critical reflection and the ability to enhance the professional development of self and others
identify, evaluate and apply appropriate international and national standards of practice within a nursing healthcare context
acknowledge diversity across health care populations and systems and recognizes influence of self in care provision for inclusive and culturally safe practice
apply current nursing and health legislation as a member of interprofessional health care teams to provide quality care in the interests of public safety

Career pathways

What jobs can the Nursing course lead to?

Careers

Registered nurse

Industries

Community health
Hospital

Credit for prior study or work

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

Albany Campus
Curtin Perth
Curtin Kalgoorlie

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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Curtin course code: B-NURS
CRICOS code: 041794K
Last updated on: 14 October 2025