Bachelor of Nursing

Admission criteria

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission requirements outlined. These include those relating to minimum age and English language proficiency.

We consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program. See Individual Factors for further details regarding this.

Select an option that best suits you:

• Recent secondary education
• Current or previous university experience
• Vocational Education and Training (VET)
• Work and life experience
• Discipline-specific requirements

Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank***** of 70

OR

International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 25

***** Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.

*STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).

Successful completion of four subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*****

OR

Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program Nursing (TPP Nursing), or a tertiary preparation program from another institution that is deemed to be of a similar academic rigour to the Notre Dame TPP

*Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another university, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing).

Successful completion of AQF Certificate IV or higher from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)

OR

Successful completion (within previous six years) of a Diploma of Nursing, accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC), qualifying as an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2)

AND

Evidence of registration with the Australian health practitioner regulation agency (Ahpra) as an enrolled nurse (Division 2).

Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:

Applicants who have completed at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required.*

OR

Completion of STAT with scores of at least 135 in the Multiple Choice section and 140 in the Written English section.*

OR

Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.

*STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).

English language proficiency

In addition to the English language proficiency requirements set by the University for entry to Notre Dame, Nursing applicants must also meet the English language requirements set by the ANMAC. This ensures students are eligible to register as a nurse or a midwife upon completion of their studies. Students must provide the following in relation to this:

• A signed declaration that English is their primary language; or
• Evidence that they have achieved the minimum English language test results as specified in the NMBA's English language skills registration standard.

For further information, see our Nursing English Language Requirements page or refer to the NMBA website.

Enrolled Nurse (Division 2)

Enrolled Nurse (Division 2) are eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Nursing, and must also meet the following specific requirements:

• Must have completed an Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council Accredited Diploma of Nursing HLT54121 or HLT54115 (in the previous 10 years)
• Evidence of registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as an Enrolled Nurse (Div. 2) free of conditions, notations or undertakings

Applicants who meet the above criteria for entry from EN (Div. 2) may be eligible for Advanced Standing as outlined below:

• NURS1037 Foundations of Nursing
• NURS1038 Human Body 1
• NURS1039 Health and Wellness
• NURS1040 Professional Practice 1 (Nursing Practice 1)
• NURS1041 Human Body 2
• NURS1043 Professional Practice 2 (Nursing Practice 2)
• NURS2042 Illness Prevention and Management
• NURS2039 Mental Health and Wellbeing

To be eligible for Advanced Standing to be applied, in addition to the above the EN (Div 2) must have completed the mandatory EN Primer Week and all associated assessments.

Pathways

If you're interested in studying at Notre Dame, there are a range of pathways available, and we might have a pathway option that suits you.

Early Offer

For students in Year 12 completing the ATAR pathway. Secure an early place at Notre Dame.

UniPath

For Year 12 students who want to pursue an undergraduate degree. Develop the skills and knowledge to allow for a smooth transition into your first year of study.

Tertiary Pathway Program (TPP)

For students who have not met the requirements for entry into undergraduate programs. Prepare yourself for University.

Vocational (VET)

For applicants who have previously completed a VET qualification at a TAFE or other Registered Training Organisation.