Bachelor's Degree Nursing Full Time

Bachelor of Nursing

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

023212J

CRICOS provider code

00122A

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$138,240 total

Per year

A$46,080/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Nursing at RMIT University, delivered in Melbourne, prepares students for a fulfilling career in Australia's healthcare sector. The programme is structured over three years of full-time study, aligning with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) for bachelor degrees. The curriculum integrates foundational biosciences, nursing care across the lifespan, mental health, and contemporary research, ensuring graduates build a comprehensive body of nursing knowledge and skills that meet national professional standards.

Australian nursing qualifications like this typically require completion of a set number of units (or courses) each semester, each carrying a specific number of credit points towards the degree total. RMIT’s Bachelor of Nursing includes extensive clinical placements across various healthcare settings, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world situations. These professional placements are vital for registration eligibility and provide hands-on exposure to metropolitan and regional health services, reflecting current Australian healthcare priorities and practices.

Students will develop critical clinical reasoning, collaborative communication, cultural competency, and skills in evidence-based practice under the supervision of experienced practitioners. The programme incorporates simulated and actual placement environments to foster confidence and adaptability. An evidence-based capstone unit or project synthesises learning in the final year, preparing students for professional practice or further study in nursing specialisations.

This degree is tailored for those passionate about helping others, ready to work in fast-paced, diverse clinical environments, and committed to ongoing learning. English language proficiency is essential, and RMIT recognises multiple tests for admission. International students enjoy work rights of up to 48 hours per fortnight during study, and the programme is listed on the CRICOS register, supporting eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-graduation. For full details, prospective students should consult the official RMIT or CRICOS course page.

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
Clinical Nurse in aged care facilities
Community Health Nurse
Mental Health Nurse
Roles in emergency, perioperative, and surgical care
Opportunities in Australian primary health, schools, and research organisations
Roles with government health agencies and not-for-profits

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Nursing at RMIT 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$138,240 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Registered Nurse in public and private hospitalsClinical Nurse in aged care facilitiesCommunity Health NurseMental Health NurseRoles in emergency, perioperative, and surgical careOpportunities in Australian primary health, schools, and research organisationsRoles with government...

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