Bachelor of Nursing at Charles Darwin University

Bachelor's Degree Nursing Full Time

Bachelor of Nursing

at Charles Darwin University · Darwin, Northern Territory

CRICOS course code

103121A

CRICOS provider code

00300K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$116,175 total

Per year

A$38,725/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Nursing at Charles Darwin University prepares students for professional practice as a registered nurse in Australia. Over three years of full-time study, students engage with theoretical content, laboratory simulations, and extensive clinical placements that take place across a variety of healthcare settings in the Northern Territory and regional Australia. The course is structured around semesters, with students progressing through required core units, electives, and clinical experience. Each unit is assigned a set number of credit points according to Australian university standards.

Nursing at CDU includes practical skills development alongside areas such as anatomy and physiology, medication management, mental health, and Indigenous health. Clinical placements are built into the course to ensure hands-on experience under supervision in hospitals, aged care facilities, and community centres. Final-year students undertake a capstone placement, helping to consolidate learning and prepare for transitions into workplace responsibilities. English proficiency requirements are set at a high level, aligning with the standards set by Australia's registration bodies.

This course suits those who want to work closely with patients, provide healthcare in diverse communities, and make a practical difference. The mix of hands-on clinical placement and academic study means students graduate with professional communication, assessment, and clinical decision-making skills. Australian citizenship is not required; international students may be eligible to apply, and can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during studies.

Graduates can apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, a necessary step for professional practice. Students are encouraged to confirm placement arrangements, professional accreditation status, and detailed course information on the official CDU website.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Registered Nurse in hospitals and health services
Community health nurse
Indigenous health worker
Aged care nurse
Mental health nurse
Roles in Australian health departments and rural healthcare

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Nursing at Charles Darwin University?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$116,175 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Registered Nurse in hospitals and health servicesCommunity health nurseIndigenous health workerAged care nurseMental health nurseRoles in Australian health departments and rural healthcare

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