Nursing (Pre-Registration)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration)
Length
3 years
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga, Mildura, Shepparton
Course description
The course aims to foster intellectual development, critical thinking and professional practice skills and knowledge, based on contemporary nursing research and evidence-based practice. It gives students an opportunity to gain the specific knowledge and professional skills leading to registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). The clinical learning practicum occurs in hospitals and healthcare agencies within metropolitan, regional and even interstate locations.
The on-campus Clinical Learning Unit enables students to practise and develop clinical skills using simulated learning methods in a supportive environment. Final-year students have the opportunity to be based at one of our innovative Clinical Schools.
Students are eligible to apply for a short and/or one-semester international exchange study program within one of our collaborative educational partners.
Download our Frequently Asked Questions for more information about this course.
Course structure
First year is a common first year with a strong foundation for nursing professional studies. Inter-professional learning also allows students to collaborate with students in other disciplines - a unique feature of this course.
Second year involves knowledge and skills acquisition, with students undertaking clinical placements in both semesters in a variety of clinical contexts.
Third year includes increased client case load, greater independence in decision-making and delivery of client care and in-depth consideration of the nursing role.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Nursing theory and practice, primary health care, determinants of health and wellbeing and human bioscience.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
24 140
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Students should allow approximately A$300 for a uniform and equipment. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. In addition, students must obtain a National Police Check- A$15, immunisations - A$250-470, and a First Aid II Certificate - A$160. All prices are approximate. Clinical placements may incur accommodation and travel costs, and these will vary depending on the venue. Costs are subject to change. Students must provide information on their immunisation status prior to commencing clinical placements, and complete a First Aid Level II Certificate course not conducted by La Trobe University.
Selection
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 6B certificate at postgraduate (EFS (75%) PG2a) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with no individual band score less than 6.5 (please also note requirements by the NMBA under Professional Recognition); or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 600 with a score of 6 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 250 with a score of 6 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 96 with no individual score less than 24; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 75: a minimum A in English.
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - 70.20
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 7
HKDSE - 10,4 (the student must meet the higher than standard English language requirement)
Sri Lankan A Levels - BCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 3A 3B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 70
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.8
Sweden Slutbetyg - G/VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 60
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 3.0
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.6
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Extra requirements
This course has a clinical component. For further information, please visit the: Health Sciences website for important information.
All students are required to obtain a National Police Check (A$15) and Working with Children check (no cost) before undertaking a clinical professional placement. Note the quoted costs are approximate only and subject to change.
Please note: students enrolled in the program will be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) by La Trobe University at no cost.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Career opportunities
Graduates may work in general and specialist hospitals, community health centres, extended care facilities, the armed forces and services for the intellectually disabled. The nursing profession offers a variety of career paths which may lead to specialist practice, an academic career or management position in health services.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as a Registered Nurse and are usually able to register with nurse registration authorities in several overseas countries.
Please note the NMBA Standard of English language required to register as a nurse in Australia, introduced July 1, 2010. The standard requires a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 overall with no individual band less than 7.0, or an equivalent OET score. Students should check the NMBA website for the latest registration requirements:
the website