Avondale is renowned for its Bachelor of Nursing (BNurs), a highly practical degree that produces well informed and capable registered nurses. Avondale's main nursing campus, located on the grounds of the Sydney Adventist Hospital, offers state-of-the-art learning facilities, including a simulation centre, high-tech library, purpose-built furniture and affordable parking options. The first year of the degree is also available for study on Avondale's Lake Macquarie campus. Both campuses provide on-campus accommodation options for easy access and convenience.
The course aims to develop high ethical standards, critical thinking, problem-solving skills and sound knowledge in a supportive and caring environment, to enable the provision of safe and competent care to patients. The course also offers a variety of clinical practice components, allowing students to gain experience within a diverse range of health care organisations, including the Sydney Adventist Hospital. The practical experience provides exceptional preparation for a career in nursing.
There is high demand for registered nurses in the health care system in public, private and community settings. Opportunities for employment are diverse and span work in local, national and international environments.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for entry into the Bachelor of Nursing, you must qualify for admission. General admission is based on your academic background, which can include:
- Applicants with higher education study
- Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
- Applicants with work and life experience
- Applicants with recent secondary education (within the past two years)
- ATAR of 63.00*; or
- OP of 15 or less; or
- Satisfactory completion of Year 13 with NCEA Level 3 results, identifying University Entrance attainment; or
- Successful completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum of 24 points; or
- Overseas secondary qualifications considered equivalent to Australian studies, as stated in the Admission to Higher Education Undergraduate Courses Policy
Length
Three years full time (or part-time equivalent)
Careers In The Industry
Nursing graduates leave with the skills to gain employment in a range of careers, including:
- Medical, surgical or critical care
- Maternal or pediatric health
- Mental health
- Gynaecological/women's health
- International hospitals and communities
- Aged care and community health
- Perioperative/operating theatre
- Health-related industries such as medical products and services
- Education, administration and management.
As a registered nurse, the opportunity is yours to diversify into other health areas and/or specialise in a particular area.
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