Introduction
This programme will not be offered in 2021, please enquire to find out more information
Degree overview
Study at a university that is ranked in the World Top 100 for Nursing1.
Learn in our unique, clinical-led, authentic simulated hospital and health service on campus with expert clinical and academic staff.
Practice your skills with residents of our virtual health community including interactive manikins each with their own persona, and real people acting as residents.
Learn from well above world-class researchers in Nursing,2, academics and industry-experienced clinicians.
Embark on industry placements from your first year of study. Develop the knowledge, clinical skills and attitudes needed for professional practice.
Study at the No.1 university in South Australia for graduate careers in Nursing.3
Be supported by online learning resources available to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Make a positive contribution to Australian healthcare.
12020 QS Subject Rankings22018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA)3ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2018-20 – Overall Employment Indicator (Undergraduate). Public SA-founded universities only.
Why Bachelor of Nursing
The University of South Australia has invested millions of dollars in on-campus clinics and facilities which includes the Horizon Hospital and Health Service (HHHS), a clinician-led, authentic simulated hospital and health service at our City East, Mount Gambier and Whyalla campuses. As a nursing student, you will participate in clinical learning and practise within the HHHS throughout your degree, in addition to off-campus clinical placements.
The HHHS is a fully equipped, state-of-the-art clinical learning environment populated by residents of Horizon City and Community (HCC) – a virtual health community which is unique to UniSA. It is designed to facilitate, enhance and support your understanding of the real-world nursing practice. Residents of Horizon include interactive manikins each with their own persona, as well as real people acting as residents, who have their own personal stories, relationships and health histories.
As part of your studies, you will regularly engage and interact with Horizon residents, both within the virtual environment and in HHHS to develop and practise your nursing knowledge and skills.
By learning from experienced clinicians and teaching staff who are well above world-class researchers in Nursing*, you are assured the very best in academic resources, learning facilities and support.
This degree is also a great option for those wanting the flexibility that comes with online learning and workshops on campus – we offer accessible online learning facilities and dedicated support staff who are with you every step of the way.
*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA)
Real-World Connections
As a student, you will benefit from our strong industry links. You will also learn from experienced clinicians, including registered nurses, on campus, and when you complete clinical placements as part of your study.
These placements provide you with the opportunity to practice your clinical skills, implement your knowledge into practice, learn from industry-experienced professionals in the field, and build valuable networks and relationships.
Students may have the opportunity to undertake an overseas study tour or participate in exclusive clinical placement streams with industry healthcare partners.
Professional accreditation and recognition
Graduates satisfy the academic requirements for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. The requirements for registration are determined by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
