Study in Australia
at Curtin University · Perth, Western Australia
CRICOS course code
041794K
CRICOS provider code
00301J
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
3.5 years
Tuition (whole course)
A$167,324 total
Per year
A$47,807/yr
Intake
Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)
Curtin University's Bachelor of Science (Nursing) prepares students for professional registration as a nurse in Australia. Across 3.5 years of full-time study in Perth, students work through a mix of theory-based units and practical clinical placements in Western Australian health settings. The course structure is semester-based, and students complete set units of study accumulating credit points towards the degree. Clinical education is central to nursing training, and Curtin’s programme includes significant work-integrated learning experiences in hospitals, aged care facilities, and community health services.
Learning starts with foundational health science subjects such as anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and psychology. As students progress, they undertake units in pharmacology, mental health, paediatrics, Indigenous health, and leadership in nursing. Regular practical placements, supervised by registered nurses, let students apply what they learn directly to patient care and build professional skills. A capstone unit or final clinical practicum ensures readiness for the workplace and meets registration requirements set by the Australian authorities.
This degree is aimed at those committed to caring for others and seeking a career in the health sector. It suits individuals ready for shift work, teamwork, and ongoing professional learning, as the field requires adaptability and strong communication. On graduation, students are eligible to apply for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, subject to English language requirements and meeting professional standards.
International students can undertake up to 48 hours of paid work per fortnight during study and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) after meeting degree requirements. For more details on units, credit points, and accreditation, check the official Curtin University or CRICOS pages.
It typically takes 3.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).
Tuition is around A$167,324 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.
Registered Nurse in public and private hospitalsCommunity health nurseAged care nurseMental health nursePrimary health care practitionerNursing roles in rural and remote health servicesOpportunities in health education and policy organisations across Australia
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