Curtin University

Bachelor of Science (Advanced Nursing)

Undergraduate
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Details

University Location Perth, Western Australia
City Population 2.1 million
Student Population 56,000
Int'l Student Population 16,000
Main Campus Curtin Perth
Program Campus Curtin Perth
Program Duration 3 years, 6 mos
Estimated Annual Tuition TBA
Semester Intake February
Next Available Intake 2026
Application Deadline No set deadline*
CRICOS Provider 00301J
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Overview

The School of Nursing at Curtin University is the longest established school of nursing in the Australian university sector. From the time it opened in 1974, the school has been a key part of the university’s drive to be a leader in health sciences education and research.

The school delivers undergraduate courses in nursing, oral health therapy, and paramedicine; and specialist postgraduate courses in areas ranging from diabetes and critical care, to child health and midwifery.

Program

This exciting nursing program prepares you to become a skilled and confident leader in nursing.

You’ll develop both knowledge and hands-on skills as you study biological, psychological, and nursing sciences. The innovative and expansive advanced nursing curriculum features exciting opportunities to explore mental health, sustainability and planetary health, and leadership in nursing.

Leadership: Leadership development is a cornerstone of this program, helping you build the essential skills that distinguish exceptional healthcare professionals.

Mental health: Mental health is woven throughout this course, with 5 specialized units designed to develop your understanding and integrate mental health principles into holistic nursing practice.

Sustainability and planetary health: Themes of sustainability and planetary health are integrated through the course. In your third year, you’ll study a Planetary Health for Nursing unit to discover the connections between our natural environment and population health.

 

Clinical Practice
Through simulated practice and immersive fieldwork, you’ll gain hands-on experience across diverse healthcare environments. This includes 840 hours of clinical placements in hospitals, private practices, aged-care facilities, rural health settings, and mental health services.

You’ll also be encouraged to collaborate with interprofessional healthcare teams, studying alongside nursing, medical and allied health specialists from different fields.

You’ll graduate with the skills and experience to deliver person-centred, evidence-based care.

Admission Requirements

High school diploma or a bachelor’s degree
You must have a high school diploma with a minimum cGPA of 60% from your top 6 Grade 12 subjects.

Admission Timeline

*While there is no set application deadline, you are encouraged to apply at least 6 months prior to the program start date.