Nursing (Graduate Bachelor)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate Entry)
Length
2 years full-time; not available part-time
Campuses
Melbourne (Bundoora)
Course description
This course is a special form of the undergraduate nursing course for graduates of other disciplines. Students gain a commitment to research- and evidence-based practice and are able to make ethical practice decisions ensuring quality outcomes. The course provides planned clinical experience in a variety of contexts of care each year, and the on-campus skills laboratory enables students to practise and develop clinical nursing skills in a simulated and supportive environment. The clinical learning component occurs in hospitals and health care agencies within regional and metropolitan areas.
NOTE: students may be required to complete clinical placement outside University semester time.
Course structure
Therapeutics Year A: Develops assessment and diagnostics skills and introduces students to acute, community and mental health nursing.
Consolidation Year A: Further develops students' critical thinking and analytical skills while immersing them in advanced nursing practice. It sees them dealing with such issues as chronic illness, care of older people and complex acute care.
Handbook
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.htmlAdditional costs (AUD)
Students must complete a First Aid Level II course, costing approximately $160. La Trobe University does not conduct the course.
Other costs include approximately A$300 for a uniform and equipment. Students can purchase these from any supplier; they remain students' personal property.
Selection
Bachelor degree.
Extra requirements
Applicants must supply relavent transcripts detailing successful completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) to VTAC. Applicants with overseas qualifications must supply evidence of NOOSR (National Office of Overseas Skill recognition) equivalence to VTAC at time of application. Applicants without a background in human bioscience are required to undertake approved preliminary studies. Applicants with a low GPA (Grade Point Average) may consider sitting the STAT Multiple Choice Test. Visit www.latrobe.edu.au/nursing/HowToApply for detailed information regarding the STAT Multiple Choice and NOOSR Recognition.
Prerequisites
Satisfactory completion of an Australian Bachelor degree or equivalent, and previous study in human anatomy and physiology. Students without previous study in this area must successfully complete a short course in human anatomy and physiology prior to commencement. All applicants must submit a copy of their academic record and evidence of qualification by to VTAC at the time of application. Please check the VTAC guide for details.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
Additional information
Prior to undertaking professional placements, students must obtain a police check (Victoria Police: $A14.50 for local students) and provide proof of immunisations.
Career opportunities
Graduates work in general and specialist hospitals, community health centres, extended care facilities, the armed forces and services for the intellectually disabled. The profession offers a variety of career paths that may lead to specialist practice, an academic career or management positions in health services.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for Division One (1) registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria and registration with nurse registration authorities throughout Australia and in several other countries.
Contact information
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1300 135 045
E study@latrobe.edu.au
Division of Nursing and Midwifery
T (03) 9479 5950
All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover