Bachelor of Nursing in Kelvin Grove Australia | Queensland University of Technology

Key Features:
QUT pioneered tertiary nursing education in Queensland, boasting over four decades of expertise and industry collaboration.
Our nursing program ranks sixth nationally according to the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Graduates meet all academic criteria for professional membership with the Australian College of Nursing.
Students complete 840 clinical practice hours (minimum 800 required for registration) across various settings, including rural and remote locations.
Opportunities exist for international healthcare service in both developed and developing nations.
Program Overview:
QUT nursing graduates emerge as competent professionals capable of delivering safe care to diverse populations, adapting to healthcare challenges, and actively involving patients in their care journey. Foundational coursework covers anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, professional nursing standards, and modern healthcare systems. Pharmacology studies focus on proper medication use, reinforced through hands-on practice in campus facilities and off-site clinical rotations. Graduates enter an evolving profession with expanding responsibilities for complex interventions across multiple healthcare environments.
Dual Degree Options
Combine two undergraduate programs into one comprehensive study plan. Dual degrees let you master two disciplines, broaden your skill set, and enhance career prospects. Consider pairing Nursing with:
Behavioral Science (Psychology) or Public Health.
Practical Experience
This program mandates at least 800 hours of clinical placement.
Career Pathways:
Graduates can work in general or specialized fields like emergency care, pediatrics, or mental health, as well as non-traditional settings including community health programs, home-based care, school health services, addiction treatment, and military healthcare. Advanced study options lead to specialties like critical care, oncology nursing, or pediatric health.
Accreditation:
The NS42 Bachelor of Nursing meets Australian College of Nursing professional membership standards and holds accreditation from the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council. Student Registration:
QUT automatically enrolls nursing students with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia under national healthcare regulations.
Career Opportunities
Registered Nurse