Bachelor of Nursing

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for undergraduate programs typically require a minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 in each component.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 79 with a minimum of 21 in each section.
• PTE (Pearson Test of English): Overall score of 65 with a minimum of 65 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

Deakin University provides an array of scholarships designed to recognize and reward academic excellence, leadership potential, and specific fields of study. 

Deakin International Scholarship: This scholarship is available to high-achieving international students applying for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs. It provides a partial tuition fee waiver, making Deakin's quality education more affordable.

Deakin Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to exceptional international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It covers a significant portion of tuition fees, enhancing the value of a Deakin education.

Deakin STEM Scholarship: For students pursuing science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) programs, this scholarship recognizes and rewards their dedication to these fields. It provides financial support to help students achieve their STEM-related academic goals.

Regional Scholarships: Deakin University is supporting students from specific regions, including South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. These regional scholarships provide financial assistance to students from these areas to enhance their educational experience at Deakin.

Faculty-specific Scholarships: Deakin offers scholarships tailored to different faculties and areas of study, such as business, health, and arts and education. These scholarships are designed to reward academic excellence and dedication to specific fields.

Sports Scholarships: Deakin recognizes the value of sports and provides scholarships to talented athletes who wish to balance their education with competitive sports.

Graduates of Deakin University's Bachelor of Nursing program are well-prepared for diverse and rewarding careers in healthcare.

Registered Nurse (RN): Registered nurses provide direct patient care, coordinate healthcare services, and advocate for patients in hospitals, clinics, aged care facilities, and community health settings. They assess patient health, administer medications, implement nursing interventions, and educate patients and their families on health management.

Clinical Nurse Specialist: Clinical nurse specialists specialize in a specific area of nursing practice such as critical care, emergency nursing, oncology, pediatrics, or mental health. They provide advanced clinical expertise, mentor new nurses, develop care protocols, and participate in patient care management and treatment planning.

Nurse Educator: Nurse educators work in academic settings, hospitals, or healthcare organizations to educate and train future nurses. They develop curriculum, teach nursing courses, supervise clinical placements, and facilitate professional development programs for nursing staff to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.

Nurse Practitioner: Nurse practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice nurses with specialized training in diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medications, and managing patient care independently or collaboratively with physicians. They work in primary care, specialty clinics, and hospital settings, providing holistic care and health promotion services.

Public Health Nurse: Public health nurses focus on promoting population health and preventing diseases through community-based interventions, health education programs, and immunization campaigns. They collaborate with public health agencies, government organizations, and community stakeholders to address health disparities and improve health outcomes.

Clinical Nurse Consultant: Clinical nurse consultants provide expert clinical advice, leadership, and mentorship to nursing teams in specialized areas such as wound care, diabetes management, palliative care, or aged care. They develop clinical guidelines, conduct quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to policy development in healthcare settings.

Nurse Manager/Administrator: Nurse managers or administrators oversee nursing departments, healthcare units, or clinical operations within hospitals, long-term care facilities, or healthcare organizations. They manage nursing staff, allocate resources, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement strategic initiatives to improve patient care delivery and organizational efficiency.

Occupational Health Nurse: Occupational health nurses focus on promoting workplace health and safety, conducting health assessments, managing worker injury cases, and providing employee health education. They collaborate with employers, occupational therapists, and safety specialists to create healthy work environments and prevent occupational hazards.

Research Nurse: Research nurses collaborate with healthcare researchers and clinical trial teams to conduct research studies, collect data, and monitor patient outcomes in clinical research settings. They ensure research protocols are followed, recruit study participants, and contribute to evidence-based practice and healthcare innovation.