Bachelor's Degree Nursing Full Time

Bachelor of Nursing

at Victoria University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

080229E

CRICOS provider code

00124K

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$134,458 total

Per year

A$44,819/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Nursing at Victoria University in Melbourne prepares students for registration and practice as a Registered Nurse in Australia. Over three years of full-time study, students engage with core concepts in nursing, health assessment, biosciences, mental health, acute care, and chronic disease management. Coursework is delivered in semesters with subjects structured as units of study, contributing to the total credit points required for graduation. A strong focus is placed on clinical skills and safety, with students undertaking substantial work-integrated learning in a range of healthcare settings including hospitals, aged care facilities, and community health organisations in Melbourne and surrounding areas.

Throughout the degree, students build communication, ethical decision-making, and critical thinking abilities specific to the Australian healthcare context. The curriculum blends theoretical learning with hands-on clinical placements, enabling students to apply knowledge in real-world settings under the supervision of registered professionals. A capstone unit or professional practice experience in the final year allows students to consolidate their skills and translate evidence-based learning into patient care.

This course suits individuals who are compassionate, enjoy working closely with people, and are comfortable in dynamic, team-oriented environments. It’s aimed at those who wish to pursue a regulated health profession and contribute directly to patient wellbeing in hospitals and community settings across Australia. International students must meet a higher English language standard reflecting the communication demands of the nursing profession and regulatory requirements. Students can also work up to 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods, following Australian student visa policy. Graduates meet the academic requirements for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, subject to meeting all criteria of the Board. It’s essential to confirm full details and current registration processes on the official course page.

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
Clinician in aged care facilities
Community or primary health nurse
Mental health nurse
Nurse in specialist clinics or general practices
Roles in health promotion and education
Opportunities in Victorian and Australian healthcare systems

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Nursing at Victoria University?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$134,458 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Registered Nurse in public and private hospitalsClinician in aged care facilitiesCommunity or primary health nurseMental health nurseNurse in specialist clinics or general practicesRoles in health promotion and educationOpportunities in Victorian and Australian healthcare systems

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