Western is the #1 ranked Nursing School in Australia, and in the top 50 in the world for a reason. We’re the only university in Sydney to have simulated learning environments across multiple campuses and in close proximity to our hospital partners.
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The Bachelor of Nursing is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Western Sydney University has been ranked the number one Nursing School in Australia by Centre for World University Rankings - CWUR, and in the Top 50 in the world, QS World University Ranking.
Western’s CPUs are designed to simulate a modern hospital ward setting. They are equipped with contemporary clinical simulation technology to support your learning.
Throughout your Nursing degree, you gain practical experience in various hospital and community settings, meaning you will graduate with a minimum of eight hundred hours of clinical placement over three years.
The program structure is outlined in our handbook. Here you can view all of the subjects you will be studying.
Note: Students studying this program will need to follow the subject sequence from the second year.
You can find more information about subject sequence as well as special requirements in the handbook.
Become a registered nurse in areas like:
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website. Find out more here.
The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) has a register of students enrolled in the Bachelor of Nursing for the duration of their study. Western Sydney University as the education provider will provide your details directly to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) for registration.
On successful completion of an accredited program, you will be eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) General with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Prospective students should be aware that full disclosure of any issues of impairment or misconduct is a declaration requirement when applying for registration as a registered nurse.
Please ensure that you are familiar with the policies available on the Western Sydney University website. In addition, nurses and midwives must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), and meet the NMBA's professional standards, codes and guidelines in order to practice in Australia.
There are inherent requirements for this program that you must meet in order to complete your program and graduate. Make sure you read and understand the requirements for this program online.
English language proficiency requirements for accredited programs are set by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). All applicants for preregistration programs in nursing and midwifery must provide evidence of meeting English language proficiency before being eligible to commence study at Western Sydney University, (please see relevant program Handbook for further information).
If you have completed a Diploma of Nursing in Australia in the last 10 years [HLT54121] or [HLT54115] and hold current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as an Enrolled Nurse (EN) when you receive an offer into the Bachelor of Nursing, you will be eligible for Credit for Prior Learning with 80 credit points applied to your Bachelor of Nursing degree.
If you successfully fulfil and provide evidence of the above you will receive RPL for the following subjects.
Credit details for the Bachelor of Nursing (HLT51612 & HLT54121 & HLT54115):
If you apply direct via the Western Portal you will need to apply for RPL via https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/enrolment/advanced_standing as soon as you receive your admission offer.
You must submit evidence prior to 31 January to ensure you are able to register for classes prior to session commencement.
If you apply via UAC Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Pathway) your RPL will be automatically applied at the time of admission, ensuring you have met the requirements outlined above.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas may be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly through the Western Portal. Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
To enrol in this program, students must meet Western Sydney University program requirements. To attend a health-related placement in this program, Special Legislative Requirements will be assessed from the first year of study. They include requirements for the following:
In clinical placement subjects, students must wear the Western Sydney University nursing and midwifery uniform. This uniform will be purchased at the student’s expense.
Please consult the handbook for more information.
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
International students currently completing an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia, an International Baccalaureate in Australia or a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) level 3 must apply via UAC International.
All other International applicants must apply directly to the University via the International Office.
International students applying to the University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) has a register of students enrolled in the Bachelor of Nursing for the duration of their study. Western Sydney University as the education provider will provide your details directly to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) for registration.
On successful completion of an accredited program, you will be eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) General with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Prospective students should be aware that full disclosure of any issues of impairment or misconduct is a declaration requirement when applying for registration as a registered nurse.
Please ensure that you are familiar with the policies available on the Western Sydney University website. In addition, nurses and midwives must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), and meet the NMBA's professional standards, codes and guidelines in order to practice in Australia.
There are inherent requirements for this program that you must meet in order to complete your program and graduate. Make sure you read and understand the requirements for this program online.
English language proficiency requirements for accredited programs are set by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). All applicants for preregistration programs in nursing and midwifery must provide evidence of meeting English language proficiency before being eligible to commence study at Western Sydney University, (please see relevant program Handbook for further information).
If you have completed a Diploma of Nursing in Australia in the last 10 years [HLT54121] or [HLT54115] and hold current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as an Enrolled Nurse (EN) when you receive an offer into the Bachelor of Nursing, you will be eligible for Credit for Prior Learning with 80 credit points applied to your Bachelor of Nursing degree.
If you successfully fulfil and provide evidence of the above you will receive RPL for the following subjects.
Credit details for the Bachelor of Nursing (HLT51612 & HLT54121 & HLT54115):
If you apply direct via the Western Portal you will need to apply for RPL via https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/enrolment/advanced_standing as soon as you receive your admission offer.
You must submit evidence prior to 31 January to ensure you are able to register for classes prior to session commencement.
If you apply via UAC Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Pathway) your RPL will be automatically applied at the time of admission, ensuring you have met the requirements outlined above.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas may be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly through the Western Portal. Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
To enrol in this program, students must meet Western Sydney University program requirements. To attend a health-related placement in this program, Special Legislative Requirements will be assessed from the first year of study. They include requirements for the following:
In clinical placement subjects, students must wear the Western Sydney University nursing and midwifery uniform. This uniform will be purchased at the student’s expense.
Please consult the handbook for more information.
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is one that is subsidised by the Commonwealth and applicable only to Domestic students. This means that the Australian Government pays part of your fees towards your program, therefore reducing your program fees, and the remaining amount is paid by you, this is considered your Student Contribution.
To work out how much your Student Contribution will be before you study, you will first need to find out the Student Contribution band your subjects fit into based on their general discipline area.
You can then calculate your student contributions to work out the total amount of your contribution.
The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a range of loans introduced by the Australian Government from 2005 to provide fee payment assistance to eligible students. Loans are for Australian citizens studying in Australia or overseas. Permanent residents who hold a humanitarian visa are also eligible if studying in Australia.
If eligible you may be able to defer all or part of your Student Contribution through the HECS-HELP loan program. You may also be eligible for OS-HELP if undertaking studies overseas.
New Zealand citizens and holders of an Australian permanent resident visa (other than an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) are generally not entitled to HECS-HELP assistance. If you are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident your Student Contribution amount must be paid in full by the census date.
However, the Australian Government has passed new legislation that changes the way some New Zealand citizens, who hold a Special Category Visa (SCV), studying in Australia will pay their fees. More information is available on the Changes to fees for New Zealand Citizens webpage.
If you are a domestic student, you can apply through our Western Application system which is free of charge.
Domestic students are:
Western Sydney University recognises and rewards students who demonstrate community engagement, outstanding academic ability and superior leadership skills. Donor-funded scholarships are also available, providing support for students based on both academic achievements and equity considerations. There are also scholarships available for specific degrees.
If you are an international student, you can apply for free through our international student application system or through an agent representative.
International students are:
If you are an international student completing the Australian HSC, IB or NCEA, apply direct via UAC International.
Admission to Western Sydney University is on the basis of meeting minimum academic and English language requirements. For more information about tuition fees and other costs, visit the Fees and Costs page.
When you apply to Western, you’re automatically assessed for a Scholarship, no additional application required! We’re offering multi-year scholarships (for up to 3 years) valued at $6,000 or $3,000 and even 50% off tuition fees. Scholarships are awarded on academic merit.
We've gathered common questions to provide you with quick, clear answers about this program. Whether you're exploring admission requirements, details about the degree or career prospects, you'll find valuable insights here. If you need more information, our support team is ready to assist you on your journey to Western. You can find their details below.
You have to be an Enrolled Nurse to apply for this program. If you are not, you should apply for the Bachelor of Nursing.
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The tuition fees quoted above are the fees for the normal full-time study load of the program (80 credit points) per annum. International students will be subject to a variable fee regime; i.e. enrolled students will be required to pay fees during their program based on the approved fee for each calendar year. Fee changes (if any) will occur at 1 January each calendar year. Students who extend their program past the normal finish date of the program will be required to pay additional fees based on the prevailing fee level. Western Sydney University is a multi-campus institution. The University reserves the right to alter the location of its programs between campuses and other locations as necessary. Students should be aware of the possibility of change of location for the whole or part of programs for which they enrol and should plan for the need to travel between Western Sydney campuses.