Bachelor of Nursing at Murdoch University, Perth

Bachelor's Degree Nursing Full Time

Bachelor of Nursing

at Murdoch University · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

116844C

CRICOS provider code

00125J

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$126,750 total

Per year

A$42,250/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Nursing at Murdoch University prepares students for a career as a Registered Nurse in Australia. Over three years of full-time study in Perth, students complete a mix of core nursing units, clinical placements, and health science subjects. The course includes units totalling the credit points needed for an AQF Level 7 bachelor's degree, and features both theoretical and practical learning in evidence-based care across acute, primary and community health settings.

As part of the degree, students participate in clinical placements at hospitals and community health facilities across Western Australia. These supervised experiences are a central feature of Australian nursing degrees, allowing students to apply class-based learning with real patients under professional guidance. While the sequencing is typically two semesters per academic year, Murdoch aligns with national standards by integrating units of study that build essential clinical skills, professional communication and ethical practice.

The course is designed for those interested in delivering quality care in diverse environments, including hospitals, aged care facilities, schools, and community clinics. Graduates are qualified for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, pending successful completion.

Applicants must meet high English proficiency standards, generally an overall IELTS Academic score of 7.0 with no band less than 7.0, as required for nursing in Australia. International students are entitled to work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-graduation. For full details on credit requirements or admission criteria, check the official Murdoch University page or the CRICOS course register.

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 public and private hospitals
Community health nurse
Aged care nurse
Mental health nurse
Primary health care nurse
Roles in Australian healthcare providers, aged care services, and community health organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Nursing at Murdoch 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$126,750 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Registered Nurse in public and private hospitalsCommunity health nurseAged care nurseMental health nursePrimary health care nurseRoles in Australian healthcare providers, aged care services, and community health organisations

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