Overview
Meridian University prepares you to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred care across diverse healthcare settings. Gain the ethical understanding, knowledge and practical skills to apply to become a registered nurse with Meridian University’s Bachelor of Nursing and make a difference in people’s lives.
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Our clinical simulation centres replicate real health facilities and prepare you for 800 hours of professional experience placements during your course. Starting in your first trimester and continuing each trimester, placements provide hands-on learning in metropolitan, regional and rural settings. Supported by experienced clinicians and supervised by registered nurses, you will work within multidisciplinary teams across settings such as acute and sub-acute care, medical and surgical care, aged care, rehabilitation, paediatrics, community health and mental health. These experiences build the skills and confidence to thrive in healthcare.
Course structure
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To complete the Bachelor of Nursing you must pass 24 credit points. This includes: DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Meridian University (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period 21 credit points of core units 2 credit points of open electives 1 credit point of course electives. Most units are equal to one credit point. As a full-time student you will study four credit points per trimester and usually undertake two trimesters per year. Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
- Acute Illness and Supportive Care
- Care of the Child and Young Person
- Chronic Conditions and Supportive Care
- Evidence-Informed Practice
- Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
- Level 2 - Trimester 1 Primary Health Care
- Level 2 - Trimester 2 Quality Use of Medicines
- Level 3 - Trimester 1 Care of the Older Person
- Level 3 - Trimester 2 Transition to Professional Practice
- Mental Health and Supportive Care
- Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Person-Centred Health Assessment
- Quality and Safety in Health Care 1
- Quality and Safety: Comprehensive Nursing Practice
- Quality and Safety: Nursing Practice 1
- Quality and Safety: Nursing Practice 2
- Students must complete
Intakes
Offered at Ashfield Park, Harbourside and Westhaven — Trimester 1, for international and domestic students.
Fees
| Audience | Indicative annual tuition | Year |
|---|---|---|
| international | AUD $44,400 | 2026 |
| domestic | CSP $5,300 | 2026 |
Entry requirements
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Your academic history, work and life experience, and individual circumstances will be considered. Meeting the minimum academic and English language requirements does not guarantee admission, but alternative pathways may be available. Please note, places in this course are limited and selection is competitive. Meeting the minimum entry and course-specific requirements allows you to be considered for admission but does not guarantee an offer. Offers are made in order of merit until all available places are filled.
English language requirements
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| Test | Overall | Minimum band | Where this comes from |
|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7.0 | 6.5 | published |
| PTE Academic | 63 | 58 | published |
| TOEFL iBT | 94 | 93 | indicative |
| OET | 360 | 360 | published |
| C1 Advanced | 185 | 184 | indicative |
| CELPIP-General | 9 | 8 | indicative |
| LanguageCert Academic | 60 | 59 | indicative |
| MET | 58 | 57 | indicative |
Scholarships
Meridian International Merit Scholarship · Meridian Pathway Progression Award · Meridian Regional Access Bursary. See all scholarships
Careers
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As a Meridian University nursing graduate, you will be highly sought after by industry for your nursing knowledge, critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to provide person-centred, evidence-based care. Meridian University publishes an undergraduate nursing employment rate of over 94%. As a registered nurse, you can pursue career opportunities around the world in a range of work settings, including: hospitals homes hospices aged care settings clinics schools universities community health centres government agencies and private industries. Nursing is a dynamic and evolving profession, offering many opportunities to specialise and grow as your career progresses. As you gain experience, you may choose to further develop your skills through postgraduate study. Meridian University offers a range of flexible options to suit your goals and interests, including in specialty areas such as cardiac nursing, emergency nursing, intensive care nursing, perioperative nursing, and mental health nursing.
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Questions
What is the study load for this course?
As a student in the Faculty of Health you can expect to participate in a range of learning activities each week. This may include lectures, seminars, simulations, and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Are there participation requirements?
Professional experience placement can occur at any time, including during the standard holiday breaks. There is an expectation that you are available to undertake professional experience placements outside of trimester dates. All expenses associated with professional experience placements are your responsibility. In order to participate in on-campus learning activities, and to safely engage in placements in clinical environments, there are a number of skills and functions that students need to be able to demonstrate, with or without reasonable adjustments. These skills and functions are known as Inherent Requirements. Find out more about the School of Nursing and Midwifery’s Undergraduate Co
When can I start, and where?
The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.
What does this course cost?
Estimated tuition fee - full-fee paying place $44,400 for 1 yr full-time AUD The estimated tuition fee above is based on a typical first-year full-time enrolment of 8 credit points and is provided as a guide only. Your tuition fees are determined by your course and unit enrolment. Your tuition fees will vary depending on your study load, the course duration, and any approved recognition of prior learning. Learn more about tuition fees for international students.
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