Nursing

The nursing programme is a professional degree that prepares students to become a registered nurse in Australia. The course is designed to help you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful nursing career in Australia.

Australia has a very well-developed healthcare system which provides plenty of Job opportunities to gain valuable experience.

Diploma/Bachelors/master’s in nursing
Nursing courses have seen a great demand over the years and there are various types of Nursing Courses offered by several universities and colleges to choose from for international students. Diploma in Nursing is of 1.5 to 2 years and this qualification enables you to work as an Enrolled Nurse in the country, whereas bachelor’s in nursing, is a graduate-level course and usually takes 3 years to complete. With bachelor’s degree you can become a registered nurse. Master’s in nursing usually takes 1-2 years to complete and help students to acquire in depth knowledge on various aspects of nursing including administrative and managerial skills.

Cost of Studying Nursing:
Fee for Nursing course in Australia depends on the chosen program, however on an average, the fee ranges from AUD 20,000 to 45,000 per year, plus your living expenses 30,000 per year approximately.

Eligibility Requirements:
The mandatory criteria to pursue Nursing in Australia depends on the course you are choosing; however, the basic criteria are:

*Completed the 12th examination from a recognised institutions/board
* GPA must be minimum 50-60 percentage (5.5)
*Your English proficiency test score must be 7 in each band of IELTS or equivalent

Nursing offers various work opportunities, including but not limited to enrolled nurse, registered nurse, nursing manager, medical assistant and health technician. The starting average salary is AUD 80,000 to AUD 102,000 annually.

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