Course Overview

Bachelor of Nursing at Monash University in Parkville, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

The University at a Glance

Student Population

93,159

Staff Ratio

14.0:1

International

45.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate

76.0%

of graduates employed

Avg Starting Salary

£42,660

First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page Official fee page

Home Tuition

A$4,908

per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

Foundations of Bachelor of Nursing
Academic and Research Skills
Quantitative Methods
Introduction to Theory and Practice
Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

Intermediate Bachelor of Nursing topics
Applied Methods and Tools
Group Project
Two optional pathway modules
Career and Industry Insights.

Entry Requirements

Subjects

Year 12 prerequisites Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Units 3 and 4: any Mathematics
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL. Non-Year 12 prerequisites As for Year 12 (or Year 12 equivalent). | Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Non Year 12 Information Only applicants with a completed graded AQF Diploma of Nursing currently eligible for Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Registration as an Enrolled Nurse, or the Monash Diploma of Tertiary Studies (DoTs) Nursing will be considered for entry into this course. Diploma of Nursing applicants should have at least the minimum overall average referred to in the Monash Find a Course entry . (Refer to Applicants with a VET study section.) Selection is competitive. Meeting the minimum entry requirement does not guarantee admission. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not be considered for admission. Applicants who have commenced a Bachelor of Nursing at another higher education institution should apply for the Nursing First Year entry course 2800329371 (CL)/ 2800729371 (PE), not Nursing Second Year Diploma Entry. If you are offered a place in Nursing, credit transfer will be considered on enrolment. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Non Year 12 Information Only applicants with a completed graded AQF Diploma of Nursing currently eligible for Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Registration as an Enrolled Nurse, or the Monash Diploma of Tertiary Studies (DoTs) Nursing will be considered for entry into this course. Diploma of Nursing applicants should have at least the minimum overall average referred to in the Monash Find a Course entry and will need to supply evidence of Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Registration as an Enrolled Nurse. Applicants who have recently completed their Diploma will only be eligible for an offer when they supply evidence of their registration as an Enrolled Nurse. Selection is competitive. Meeting the minimum entry requirement does not guarantee admission. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not be considered for admission. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Non Year 12 Information Applicants with no formal secondary or tertiary qualifications are not eligible to apply for this course. If you don't meet the published requirements for entry, you may want to consider one of the Pathway options. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Student Population

93,159

Total students

Staff Ratio

14:1

Students per staff

International Students

45%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Four seasons

Safety Index (indicative)

7.5/10

Transport

Good (close to station or regional airport)

Social Scene

Friendly community | Global / diverse | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks

University Stats

Total Students93,159

Student-to-Staff Ratio14:1

International Students45%

Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment

76%

Employed after graduation