Bachelor of Nursing

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of New England Armidale

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Nursing at the University of New England (UNE) in Armidale is designed for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare. This program is ideal for students who are compassionate, dedicated, and eager to develop the skills necessary to provide high-quality nursing care in a variety of settings.

Curriculum Structure:

In the first year, students will lay a solid foundation in nursing principles through courses such as "Nursing Fundamentals" and "Human Anatomy and Physiology." These units introduce essential concepts of health and wellness, alongside practical skills that prepare students for real-world nursing scenarios.

During the second year, the focus shifts to more specialized knowledge and skills, with courses like "Pharmacology for Nursing" and "Mental Health Nursing." Students will engage in clinical placements, allowing them to apply their learning in healthcare environments while developing critical thinking and patient care skills.

In the final year, students will refine their expertise with advanced courses such as "Leadership in Nursing" and "Community Health Nursing." This year emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, preparing graduates to take on leadership roles and address complex health issues in diverse communities.

Focus Areas: Clinical practice, mental health, community health, leadership, and pharmacology.

Learning Outcomes: Critical thinking, effective communication, patient-centered care, ethical decision-making, and leadership skills.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation): The Bachelor of Nursing program is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC), ensuring that graduates meet the national standards for nursing practice.

Reputation (Employability Rankings): UNE is recognized for its strong employability outcomes, consistently ranking highly in national surveys for graduate employment rates in nursing.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Graduates of the University of New England’s Bachelor of Nursing are well-equipped to build rewarding careers across Australia’s healthcare sector, with opportunities in hospitals, aged care facilities, community health centres, rehabilitation services, and rural healthcare settings. The program prepares students for diverse roles such as Registered Nurse, Community Health Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Aged Care Nurse, and Clinical Nurse Specialist. With a strong focus on practical placements and real-world clinical learning, UNE graduates enter the workforce with the confidence and skills employers value highly.

This strong career readiness is supported by several future-focused opportunities:

UNE provides dedicated career and employability support services, including career counselling, resume and interview assistance, job preparation workshops, and networking opportunities with healthcare employers.
Students undertake extensive professional placements across a variety of healthcare settings, allowing them to gain valuable industry experience and establish professional connections before graduation.
UNE has strong partnerships with hospitals, healthcare organisations, and regional health services, particularly across rural and regional Australia, giving students exposure to diverse patient care environments.
The Bachelor of Nursing is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC), making graduates eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as Registered Nurses.
Nursing continues to be one of Australia’s most in-demand professions, with strong employment growth and increasing opportunities in regional, rural, and metropolitan healthcare services.
Graduate Registered Nurses in Australia typically earn starting salaries ranging from AUD 70,000–85,000 annually, with opportunities for higher earnings through advanced practice and specialisation.
UNE is recognised for its strong support of regional healthcare education and flexible learning pathways, making it an excellent choice for students seeking both academic quality and career-focused training.
Graduates benefit from UNE’s reputation for producing industry-ready healthcare professionals with practical experience and strong patient-centred care skills.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the Bachelor of Nursing, students can continue their studies through postgraduate qualifications such as a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, or Master of Nursing in areas including Mental Health, Critical Care, Emergency Nursing, Clinical Education, Leadership and Management, or Public Health. Graduates may also pursue research pathways through honours, Master by Research, or PhD programs, leading to careers in healthcare leadership, advanced clinical practice, teaching, and nursing research.

Progression & Future Opportunities

This strong career readiness is supported by several future-focused opportunities:

UNE provides dedicated career and employability support services, including career counselling, resume and interview assistance, job preparation workshops, and networking opportunities with healthcare employers.
Students undertake extensive professional placements across a variety of healthcare settings, allowing them to gain valuable industry experience and establish professional connections before graduation.
UNE has strong partnerships with hospitals, healthcare organisations, and regional health services, particularly across rural and regional Australia, giving students exposure to diverse patient care environments.
The Bachelor of Nursing is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC), making graduates eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as Registered Nurses.
Nursing continues to be one of Australia’s most in-demand professions, with strong employment growth and increasing opportunities in regional, rural, and metropolitan healthcare services.
Graduate Registered Nurses in Australia typically earn starting salaries ranging from AUD 70,000–85,000 annually, with opportunities for higher earnings through advanced practice and specialisation.
UNE is recognised for its strong support of regional healthcare education and flexible learning pathways, making it an excellent choice for students seeking both academic quality and career-focused training.
Graduates benefit from UNE’s reputation for producing industry-ready healthcare professionals with practical experience and strong patient-centred care skills.