Bachelor of Nursing
Nursing
A course by
EIT
A three-year degree that enables you to become a New Zealand registered nurse, balancing theoretical and practical nursing education with work-integrated learning in a range of healthcare settings.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 3 years
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Apply for registration as a New Zealand registered nurse
Graduates are prepared for professional registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
Develop deep knowledge of nursing theory and practice
Students gain a strong foundation in nursing theory, social and biological sciences, professional practice, and research.
Deliver professional nursing care across health settings
Skills developed to provide professional nursing care in acute and community healthcare environments.
What You're Signing Up For
EIT’s Bachelor of Nursing prepares students to enter practice as a registered nurse. The programme balances theoretical studies with nursing practice in acute and community settings. You will develop professional nursing knowledge, practice skills, and leadership, with a strong foundation in science, research, and health equity. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the New Zealand Nursing Council and are highly employable in the health sector.
Course Content
- Nursing knowledge and caring
- Anatomy and physiology
- Māori health and health equity
- Therapeutic communication
- Work-integrated learning/placements
- Applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in nursing care
- Human development
- Health promotion
- Health in Aotearoa
- Mental health
- Pathophysiology
- Pharmacology
- Evidence-focused healthcare
What you need to know first
University Entrance as defined by NZQA; or equivalent alternative academic requirements
Evidence of required immunisations (COVID-19 recommended, pertussis, MMR, varicella, hepatitis B)
Two confidential references
Comprehensive First Aid Certificate (or intention to complete)
Ministry of Justice Criminal Conviction record
Health declaration
English language requirements for non-native speakers: IELTS 6.5 (no band lower than 6.5) or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Nursing
Future employment opportunities might be
Registered Nurse in public and private hospitals
Community health positions
Child health/Tamariki Ora / Plunket
Independent nursing practice
Public health
Nursing education roles
Mental health roles
Registered nurse prescribing
Nurse practitioner (with further study)
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