About the course

Students who perform well during the Bachelor of Nursing degree may undertake a further year of full-time (or equivalent part-time) study to obtain an Honours degree. The Honours degree is designed to develop students' knowledge and skill in research and theory development, and involves a research project in a selected field of nursing. It is intended for registered nurses who wish to prepare themselves for higher degree studies and for leadership in nursing practice, research and education. On successful completion of the program students will have: Demonstrated an understanding of the philosophical and ethical issues that underpin the knowledge base of the discipline of nursing. Appreciation of a broad range of research methodologies that may be used to investigate the discipline of nursing. The ability to conceive, plan and carry to completion a discrete piece of scholarly work relating to an area of nursing practice. Critically appraised nursing research in the delivery of health care to individuals, families, groups and communities. Demonstrated an openness to new ideas and unconventional critiques of received wisdom. Adapted knowledge to new situations. Collaborated with others in the pursuit of knowledge. Demonstrated knowledge in the discipline, appropriate professional knowledge and skills and high ethical standards. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Callaghan
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Gosford
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Callaghan
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Gosford
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Callaghan
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Gosford
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Callaghan
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Gosford
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Callaghan
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Gosford
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Callaghan
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Gosford

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Newcastle

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent degree with a grade point average of 5.0 or better.

　　IELTS - 6.0 (Minimum 6.0 in Each Component), TOEFL iBT - 60 and TOEFL PBT - 500

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 94.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Newcastle. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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