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Qualification
Bachelor of Nursing
AQF Level 7
Duration
2 years full time or equivalent part time
Admission criteria
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Fees
First Year: $4,627
Fee type: Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
Practical component
760 hours
Study mode
On campus
Commencement
Semester 1, Semester 2
Codes
Program code: 3575
Study Nursing at Notre Dame
Notre Dame recognises the skills and knowledge already gained by Enrolled Nurses (EN) in their previous studies and clinical practice in Australia. We offer a pathway for Enrolled Nurses to gain advanced standing for the Bachelor of Nursing and complete the degree in a reduced timeframe.
The EN articulation pathway is a streamlined option that allows you to begin the Bachelor of Nursing in second year, completing the qualification in two years of full-time study. You can also take advantage of flexible study options so you can continue to work while studying.
You’ll benefit from a dedicated orientation for Enrolled Nurses (EN Primer Week), which will prepare you for university study. Upon graduation, you’ll be eligible to apply to become a Registered Nurse with Ahpra.
To apply for this pathway, simply add details of your qualifications during the Bachelor of Nursing application process.
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Be ready for the workforce We're #1 in WA for Nursing in Skills Development & Full-time Employment.
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Get personal with small group teaching and problem-based learning.
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Gain rich clinical experiences with state-of-the-art facilities, including simulation wards, consulting rooms and laboratories.
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Have a taste of future career options with elective specialities in your final semester.
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Graduate ready to contribute meaningfully to reducing the health disparities experienced by First Nationals people thanks to our Aboriginal health curriculum.
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Become a Registered Nurse in just two years.
Predicted job growth to 2026
Nurse managers
23.1%
Registered nurses
13.9%
Midwives
21.6%
Program details
Completed in two years of full-time study, or the equivalent part time, our Bachelor of Nursing (EN Articulation Pathway) places a strong focus on the nurse-patient relationship and gives you the skills and confidence to work in various healthcare settings when you graduate. The University accepts only a limited number of nursing students each year to ensure you will be placed into an appropriate hospital or healthcare setting for your practical experience.
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More information regarding courses can be found on the course description page.
Core curriculum
Real-world experience
Enrolled Nurses primer week
First year
Second year
Third year
Elective courses
Learning outcomes
Practical component
Core curriculum
The core curriculum is embedded in every degree. It is a distinguishing characteristic of Notre Dame and provides our graduates with transferable skills that are integral to every industry, vocation and profession, laying the foundation for a fulfilling career and a purposeful life.
- CORE I: Foundations of Wisdom
- CORE II: Elective
- Electives in philosophy and/or theology
- Professional embedded electives that integrate studies in a profession with philosophy and/or theology
- An option to undertake a pilgrimage embedded in the study of the philosophy and theology of pilgrimage, e.g. World Youth Day
- An option to undertake a course that integrates philosophy & theology with community service and charity work
- An option to undertake an elective in philosophy, theology and the liberal arts contained within an international experience
Real-world experience
You will learn from academics who are industry leaders and, through our practicum placements and internship programs, you will gain real professional experience and make valuable contacts with potential employers.
Enrolled Nurses Primer Week
Students entering the Enrolled Nurse Articulation Pathway are required to complete a Primer Week prior to their first semester. This is a full time 1 week program designed to ‘bridge the gap’ between the Diploma of Nursing and the first year Bachelor of Nursing program, with full attendance required. This course is designed to prepare students for university studies and runs each semester the week before Orientation Week. This week is a requirement for all Enrolled Nurses entering the Enrolled Nurse Articulation Pathway Program.
For further information please email national.nursing@nd.edu.au.
First year
Enrolled Nurses entering the Enrolled Nurse Articulation Pathway are given 200 units of credit towards the first year and will enter the program as second-year students pending successful completion of the Primer Week.
Second year
- NURS2034 Clinical Therapeutics 1
- NURS1042 Research for Practice
- NURS2036 Professional Practice 3 (Nursing Practice 3)
- NURS2041 Clinical Therapeutics 2
- NURS2035 Law and Ethics
- NURS2040 Professional Practice 4 (Nursing Practice 4)
Third year
- NURS3022 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Health
- NURS3067 Complex Care and Palliation
- NURS3068 Mental Health Nursing and Professional Practice
- NURS3055 Professional Practice 5 (Acute Care)
- NURS3056 Leadership and Governance
- NURS3057 Transition to Practice
- NURS3058 Public and Global Health
- NURS3059 Professional Practice 6
Elective courses
Students enrolling into Stage 6 can choose one elective course listed below:
- NURS3060 Advanced Mental Health Nursing
- NURS3061 Critical Care Nursing
- NURS3062 Maternal Care
- NURS3063 Paediatric Nursing
- NURS3064 Palliative Care Nursing
- NURS3065 Perioperative Nursing
- NURS3066 Rural and Remote Nursing
Please note: the availability of these courses is indicative only and may be subject to change.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Nursing (EN Articulation Pathway), graduates will be able to:
- Be competent and confident registered nurses who use their knowledge and skills in the ethical care of individuals, families, and communities.
- Reflect and self-evaluate to be a lifelong learner.
- Think critically, reason, and use judgment in all aspects of nursing practice.
- Integrate evidence-based practice in all aspects of care and service delivery.
- Identify the values of the nursing profession and reflect on personal values and beliefs and be empowered to advocate for people in their care.
- Be reflexive practitioners to be culturally competent, empathetic registered nurses.
Practical component
The professional practice component provides students with 760 hours of full-time clinical experience where they apply nursing theory to practice. To be eligible to attend Professional Workplace Experience, students must meet mandatory requirements set out by state-based accrediting bodies and the University.
- Professional Practice WA
- Professional Practice NSW
Career outcomes
Graduates of this program can follow diverse career paths in the private and public health sectors.
In addition to employment as a registered nurse, graduates are preferenced into Notre Dame postgraduate programs, offering additional career options in Midwifery or Paramedicine. Graduates can also continue with further study to specialise in their preferred area of health care or develop their career in health research.
Careers
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Registered nurse
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Paediatric nurse
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Mental health nurse
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Midwife
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Perioperative nurse
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Nurse practitioner
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Nursing management
Industries
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Community nursing
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Rural or remote nursing
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Public or private hospitals
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Mental health
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Midwifery and newborn care
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Emergency medicine
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Aged care
Professional accreditations
Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia
Students will be registered with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia (NMBA) while they are enrolled in the program.
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra)
The Bachelor of Nursing is fully accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). A graduate will be eligible to register with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and become a practising registered nurse in any area of nursing as a beginning practitioner.
Advance your career
See postgraduate programsPostgrad study is a great way to enhance your skills and knowledge to progress your career, or even to qualify for a new profession.
Potential career path
Registered nurse
Average salary: $77,332 - $108,262
“I feel Notre Dame is a safe place where I can reach my full potential, pursue my passion and find my happiness.”
Sena, Notre Dame Nursing student
Admission criteria
Successful completion (within previous 10 years) of a Diploma of Nursing (HLT54115 or HLT54121), accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC), qualifying as an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2).
ANDMust have evidence of registration with Ahpra as an Enrolled Nurse, free of conditions, notations or registration requirements.
English language proficiency
In addition to the English language proficiency requirements set by the University for entry to Notre Dame, Nursing applicants must also meet the English language requirements set by the ANMAC. This ensures students are eligible to register as a nurse or a midwife upon completion of their studies.
Students must provide the following in relation to this:
- A signed declaration that English is their primary language; or
- Evidence that they have achieved the minimum English language test results as specified in the NMBA's English language skills registration standard.
For further information, see our Nursing English Language Requirements page or refer to the NMBA website.
Enrolled Nurse (Division 2)
Enrolled Nurses (Division 2) are eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Nursing (EN Articulation Pathway), and in addition to meeting the English language proficiency requirements, must provide the following:
- Evidence of successful completion (within the previous 10 years) of a Diploma of Nursing (HLT54115 or HLT54121) accredited by ANMAC.
- Evidence of registration with as an enrolled nurse (Division 2), free of conditions, notations or registration requirements.
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative fee: $4,627
The figure quoted is the indicative annual fee for 2025 for domestic students. The exact fee for an individual student will depend on the mix of courses studied. All costs and fees are provided in Australian Dollars (AUD).
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Scholarships
Scholarships can provide you with financial support while you study. There are numerous scholarships available to you as a new or continuing student, across all study levels and campuses.
Scholarships may be funded by Notre Dame, industry, individuals or not-for-profit organisations, and provide financial assistance for costs associated with study. These could include buying food, paying rent, transport and household bills, raising children as single parents, being a single-income household, becoming unemployed or caring for a sick loved one.
Some scholarships, such as the Practicum Support Scheme, help cover costs associated with full-time practicum placements required as part of your degree.
Please visit the scholarships finder to see which scholarships are available to undergraduate students.
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Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
With a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) the Australian Government contributes part of your tuition fees. This contribution is a subsidy, meaning you do not have to pay it back. However, this subsidy does not cover the total cost of your studies. Students are responsible for paying the remaining amount, referred to as the 'student contribution amount'.
The student contribution is the portion of the fees that you must pay. You can pay this amount upfront or defer it using a HECS-HELP Loan. The HECS-HELP loan scheme assists eligible students with covering all or part of their tuition fees, excluding additional expenses such as accommodation or textbooks. The amount of your HECS-HELP debt will be indexed each year in line with the Consumer Price Index.
Eligible students will automatically be offered a CSP, so there is no need to apply.
For indicative fees and information on how to pay, including government loan schemes and our online calculator, visit our Fees, costs and scholarships page.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the difference between an Enrolled Nurse and a Registered Nurse?
The main differences involve the type of training they have done and the duties they can perform.
Enrolled Nurses complete an 18-month Diploma of Nursing. They work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and cannot act alone. Typical duties include:
- regularly recording patients' temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration
- providing interventions, treatments and therapies from patient care plans (including administering medicines)
- assisting registered nurses and other team members with health education activities
- working in multidisciplinary teams
- helping patients with their activities of daily living.
An Enrolled Nurse can become a Registered Nurse by completing further education.
Registered Nurses complete a three-year nursing degree through a university. They have more responsibilities than an enrolled nurse, and their duties can include:
- assessing patients
- developing a nursing care plan
- administering medicines
- providing specialised nursing care
- working in multidisciplinary teams supervising Enrolled Nurses and Junior Registered Nurses, student nurses and other healthcare workers.
- undertaking regular professional development
- performing leadership and management roles such as being a nursing unit manager or team leader.
Registered Nurses may go on to become Nurse Practitioners, who practice independently in an advanced and extended clinical role, and can prescribe some medicines.
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How can I become a Registered Nurse?
The Bachelor of Nursing (EN Articulation Pathway) is designed for Enrolled Nurses who would like to become registered nurses.
To be eligible for admission through this pathway applicants must:
- have completed a Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121 or HLT54115) accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council in the previous six years.
- be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) as an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2) with no conditions on their registration.
- meet the University’s general requirements for admission to the degree.
When granting admission and credit we consider your Enrolled Nurse qualifications and registration, and how recently you have practised.
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Is there support to help my transition to university?
Yes! Before commencing the Bachelor of Nursing, you’ll attend the compulsory EN Primer Week. This week (which includes one day on campus and four days online) features a series of lectures, tutorials and activities providing you with the academic skills to integrate directly into the second year of the degree.
You’ll have opportunities to network with peers and learn from mentors so you feel prepared when you start your studies.
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