Australian Nursing Schools in Australia
James Cook University Nursing School
Program Overview - Bachelor of Nursing Science
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| University and Faculty: | James Cook University (JCU) Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences |
| Program: | Bachelor of Nursing Science (Pre-registration) |
| University Location: | Townsville and Cairns, Queensland, Australia |
| City Population: | 175,000 |
| Student Population: | 11,500 |
| Campus Locations: | Townsville and Cairns |
| Program Duration: |
Three years |
| Semester Intake: | February each year |
| Next Intake: | February 2013 |
| Est. Annual Tuition: | $18,000 AUD (2012 fee) |
Nursing requires a combination of skills and knowledge to provide physical, mental and emotional care to patients. JCU's School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition works closely with Queensland Health and private providers to offer a wide range of student placement opportunities throughout North Queensland. Specializations are available in General Nursing and Mental Health Nursing.
Unique Features of the Program
JCU's nursing course places an emphasis on tropical health issues and nursing for rural, remote, tropical and Indigenous communities. Clinical placements take place from first year of study.
Why International Students Like to Study at JCU in this Program
More than 1,500 students are currently studying in the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Nutrition. The school is renowned for its friendliness and sense of family. Nursing students never feel like just another number. With effective support services, nursing students receive the personal attention needed to achieve their best.
Professional Certification/Accreditation Information
Graduates can register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia to become registered nurses in Australia and many overseas countries.
Graduates from Canada who wish to practice as a registered nurse upon their return to Canada should be aware of the certification process for foreign-trained nurses in their province of
residence. For information about the Canadian certification processes for foreign-trained registered nurses, please visit
http://www.cicic.ca/en/professions.aspx?sortcode=2.19.21&prof=3152
Scholarships
Every student who applies (and accepts) via OzTREKK and commences his/her studies at an OzTREKK Australian university will receive a $500 scholarship from OzTREKK. Click here for more information about the OzTREKK Scholarship!
Admissions Criteria/Entry requirements for Canadians:
Eligible applicants must have completed a high school diploma. A minimum GPA of 67% in the best six Ontario Grade 12 subjects or equivalent for students from other provinces. If you have completed post-secondary studies at the college and/or university level, those grades will also be considered.
Applicants must also have completed the prerequisite subject of English at the high-school level. Biology, Chemistry and any high school studies in Mathematics are recommended.
Canadian college nursing graduates and Canadian university graduates with a general bachelor's degree are welcome to apply. James Cook University will assess a student's application for credit for previous studies to determine whether past subjects are equivalent to JCU nursing subjects, and credit may be granted toward some JCU nursing subjects.
Finally, Canadian students who accept an offer of admission to JCU Nursing must provide evidence of immunity to hepatitis B, provide a current first aid and CPR certificate, and obtain a "Queensland Blue Card" to work with children, prior to undertaking clinical placement. OzTREKK will assist you with all of these requirements and help ensure you are well prepared for your studies at JCU!
Total Number of Places in the Program: no set limit
Application Deadline for the February 2013 intake: While there is no set application deadline, applicants are strongly encouraged by the university to submit their applications before the end of September 2012 for the February 2013 intake.
OzTREKK Admissions Officer: Christine Chu
