Bachelor of Science (Nursing)
Edith Cowan University
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Campus location
Joondalup, Australia
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning, On-Campus
Duration
6 semesters
Pace
Full time
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Introduction
Provides a broad knowledge and skill base that will enable students to practice independently and interdependently as a registered nurse within the Australian healthcare industry.
The course is designed to enable graduates to be well prepared to make significant contributions to the outcomes of patients within a diverse range of health care settings.
Professional Recognition
Accredited by: Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
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Curriculum
Course Details
Semester availability
- Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup, South West
- Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NUR1101 | Nursing in the Australian Healthcare System | 15 |
NUM1102 | Communication Skills for Nurses and Midwives | 15 |
SCN1111 | Health Science 1 | 15 |
NPU1101 | Nursing Practice 1 | 15 |
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NUM1204 | Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Midwifery | 15 |
NUM1203 | Health Assessment | 15 |
NPU1202 | Nursing Practice 2 | 15 |
NUM1205 | Legal and Ethical Requirements in Nursing and Midwifery Practice | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NUM2307 | Mental Health and Wellbeing in Clinical Practice 1 | 15 |
NUM2306 | Adult Health Care 1 | 15 |
NPU2303 | Nursing Practice 3 | 15 |
NUM2308 | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples' Health and Wellness | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NUR2402 | Healthy Ageing and Chronic Conditions | 15 |
NUM2409 | Adult Health Care 2 | 15 |
NPU2404 | Nursing Practice 4 | 15 |
NUM2410 | Mental Health and Wellbeing in Clinical Practice 2 | 15 |
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NUR3503 | Nursing Children and Young People | 15 |
NUM3511 | Community Health Care in Nursing and Midwifery Practice | 15 |
NPU3505 | Nursing Practice 5 | 15 |
NUR3504 | Transitioning to the Role of Registered Nurse | 15 |
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NUM3612 | Research and Teaching in Clinical Practice | 15 |
NPU3606 | Nursing Practice 6 | 15 |
NUR3605 | Nursing Leadership, Governance and Culture | 15 |
NUR3606 | Contemporary Issues in Nursing | 15 |
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Program Outcome
Course Learning Outcomes
- Access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources using digital technologies to inform nursing practice.
- Anticipate and identify potential challenges and develop appropriate nursing strategies/solutions.
- Apply broad health knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical nursing situations.
- Critically analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex nursing practice.
- Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional nursing practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia standards for practice.
- Demonstrate the Registered Nurse Standards for Practice required by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia for registration.
- Independently communicate nursing knowledge, concepts and values clearly and coherently.
- Work collaboratively within the nursing team and with other health care professionals to ethically and effectively respond to diverse health care challenges.ç
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Possible future job titles
Nurse, Registered Nurse, Comprehensive Registered Nurse.