About the course

The Bachelor of Nursing from Charles Sturt University has led the way for nurses for more than 40 years. Our undergraduate students are part of the university’s proud nursing tradition, joining the ranks of Charles Sturt University graduates across Australia who are known for their resilience, versatility and adaptability. You'll graduate industry-ready and prepared for your role as a registered nurse.

　　Career opportunities

　　Our Bachelor of Nursing graduates are recognised for their critical thinking, diversity and professionalism. Many Charles Sturt University-educated nurses have received overseas recognition and now work internationally. When you graduate, you'll be a registered nurse ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, you could:

　　Work in public and private healthcare facilities

　　From emergency situations to post-procedure care, nurses are needed in public and private hospitals and health facilities, community health centres, defence forces, primary and secondary industries, insurance, justice health, mental health, and workplace health and safety. 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: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Session 3 (November), 2022	Bathurst
Session 3 (November), 2022	North Wagga
Session 3 (November), 2022	Thurgoona
Term 1 (January), 2024	Orange Campus - Online Start
Session 1 (February), 2024	Bathurst
Session 1 (February), 2024	North Wagga
Session 1 (February), 2024	Thurgoona
Session 1 (February), 2024	Port Macquarie
Session 1 (February), 2024	Dubbo
Session 2 (July), 2024	Bathurst
Session 1 (February), 2025	Bathurst
Session 1 (February), 2025	North Wagga
Session 1 (February), 2025	Thurgoona
Session 1 (February), 2025	Dubbo
Session 1 (February), 2025	Port Macquarie
Session 2 (July), 2025	Bathurst
Session 2 (July), 2025	North Wagga
Session 2 (July), 2025	Thurgoona
Term 1 (January), 2026	Orange Campus - Online Start
Session 1 (February), 2026	Bathurst
Session 1 (February), 2026	Dubbo
Session 1 (February), 2026	North Wagga
Session 1 (February), 2026	Thurgoona
Session 1 (February), 2026	Port Macquarie
Session 2 (July), 2026	Bathurst

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Charles Sturt University

Minimum Selection Rank required for consideration: 70.00

　　A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent), with an ATAR of at least 70, inclusive of any eligible adjustment factors.

　　OR

　　Prior university study i.e. successful completion of two or more university level subjects (AQF Associate Degree level or higher), demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.

　　OR

　　A completed AQF Diploma studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent

　　OR

　　Partial completion of an AQF Diploma, of at least 50%, studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent.

　　OR

　　A completed AQF Certificate IV studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University - or equivalent

　　OR

　　A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate from an Australian university (or equivalent), demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Overall Grade Average or Score achieved.

　　OR

　　A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate IV undertaken from 2008 in Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.

　　OR

　　A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate IV undertaken prior to 2008 in Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.

　　OR

　　A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Diploma in Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.

　　OR

　　A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Advanced Certificate in Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.

　　OR

　　A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Advanced Diploma in Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.

　　OR

　　A completed Hospital Certificate in Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing (or equivalent) and AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.

　　AND

　　Was born in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, USA or South Africa and have completed at least one qualification taught and assessed in English in one of these countries.

　　OR

　　Have successful secondary or tertiary studies of no less than 5 years full time equivalent in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, USA or South Africa and have completed at least one qualification taught and assessed in English in one of these countries.

　　OR

　　An Academic IELTS with a minimum overall score of 7.0 with no score below 7 in each of the individual skill areas or a qualification deemed equivalent (see CSU ELP Concordance Tables).

　　TOEFL IBT - 94

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 94.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

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

　　Pathway options to study at this institution

　　

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