Australian Nursing Schools in Australia
Monash University Nursing School
Program Overview - Bachelor of Nursing Practice
| University and Faculty: | Monash University Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences |
| Program: | Bachelor of Nursing Practice |
| University Location: | Melbourne region, Victoria, Australia |
| City Population: | 3.7 million |
| Student Population: | 54,000 |
| Campus Location: | Gippsland, Victoria |
| Program Duration: |
Three years |
| Semester Intake: | February each year |
| Next Intake: | February 2013 |
| Est. Annual Tuition: | $25,980 AUD (2012) |
Nurses provide valued services to their communities in the provision of health care and the promotion of health and well-being. This degree provides a broad educational foundation for general nursing practice and pathways to future professional employment. It allows students to develop a diverse range of skills in communication, research, clinical reasoning, client care, and judgement. Students also gain clinical experience in a wide variety of health agencies throughout Victoria, Australia and overseas. Graduates will be eligible for registration as registered nurses with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Unique Features of the Program
Monash offers a medium-sized school of nursing with a wide range of ages, cultures and backgrounds within its student body that allows for multiple perspectives to be explored during the program and is undertaken in an environment that fosters individual and group development.
Why International Students Like to Study this Program
Monash has a strong history of involvement with, and support of, international students. The campuses on which the nursing course is undertaken are compact with smaller student numbers, so close interaction with staff and students is facilitated. Each year, a number of international students choose Monash nursing and this enables peer support and involvement by this group of students. The course offers an opportunity to undertake nursing studies in Australia in a supported environment.
Professional Certification/Accreditation Information
Successful completion of the course will lead to eligibility for registration as a registered nurse (Division 1) with The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
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 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 71% 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 passed Grade 12 English and Grade 11 Math.
Total Number of Places in the Program: 250-280
Number of Places for International Students: 30
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
