Bachelor's Degree Nursing Full Time

Bachelor of Nursing

at Federation University Australia · Ballarat, Victoria

CRICOS course code

117557B

CRICOS provider code

00103D

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$125,400 total

Per year

A$41,800/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Nursing at Federation University Australia is a comprehensive three-year undergraduate degree designed to prepare you for contemporary professional nursing practice. The programme covers a diverse range of foundational and advanced topics including anatomy and physiology, health assessment, pharmacology, mental health, child and family health, Indigenous health, and acute care. Simulated clinical environments combined with evidence-based learning ensure you are well prepared for real-world nursing challenges as seen across Australia’s health sector.

Australian bachelor degrees are typically structured over six semesters, with students completing a series of core and elective units of study amounting to a set number of credit points. Within the Bachelor of Nursing, there is an emphasis on work-integrated learning through supervised professional placements in hospitals, aged care facilities, and community settings. These placements provide crucial hands-on experience and allow you to apply classroom knowledge directly to patient care, under the guidance of experienced practitioners.

Throughout the course, students develop strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, as well as clinical decision-making and leadership attributes. The curriculum supports the development of cultural competence, ethical practice, and readiness for the Australian healthcare workforce. The course is suitable for those passionate about patient care, problem-solving, and supporting community wellbeing in diverse Australian settings. Prospective applicants should confirm professional accreditation and course requirements via the official programme page.

Successful completion of this AQF Level 7 qualification opens the path to registering as a nurse in Australia (subject to registration requirements), supporting eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. International students may also work up to 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods, providing valuable local experience alongside studies.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Registered Nurse in public and private hospitals
Community and rural health nurse
Aged care nurse
Mental health and rehabilitation nurse
Roles in health promotion, clinical education, and research
Opportunities in Australian healthcare industries and services

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Nursing at Federation University Australia?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$125,400 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Registered Nurse in public and private hospitalsCommunity and rural health nurseAged care nurseMental health and rehabilitation nurseRoles in health promotion, clinical education, and researchOpportunities in Australian healthcare industries and services

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