Bachelor of Nursing (BNurs)
Nursing
A course by
University of Auckland
A three-year undergraduate programme blending academic and clinical learning, preparing graduates for registration as comprehensive nurses with diverse career options.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Grafton, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years
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Gain comprehensive scientific and clinical nursing skills
Develop sound knowledge of biological, physical and social sciences, as well as practical experience in simulated and real clinical environments.
Interdisciplinary and team working abilities
Study and collaborate alongside other health professional students, building skills in inter-professional communication and teamwork.
Apply nursing knowledge in diverse real-world settings
Participate in varied clinical placements in different healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and community agencies.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Nursing (BNurs) at the University of Auckland offers an integrated approach to nursing education through six semesters of academic and clinical learning. Students gain robust scientific knowledge and hands-on experience through simulation labs and extensive clinical placements in diverse Auckland healthcare settings. The program includes interdisciplinary learning with students of medicine, pharmacy, and health sciences, and is designed to help students develop communication skills, initiative, and the expertise required for a successful nursing career. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a comprehensive nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
Course Content
- Foundation Year: Biological, physical and social sciences alongside other health professionals
- Year Two Core: Nursing Clients with a Pathophysiological Problem
- Year Two Core: Nursing in Mental Health, Addictions and Disability
- Year Three Core: Child and Family Health Nursing
- Year Three Core: Professional Nursing Practice
- Clinical learning in acute, chronic, inpatient, outpatient, institutional, and community health settings
- General Education course
- Academic English Language Requirement
What you need to know first
University entrance
Background in biology, chemistry, or health sciences recommended
Subject to English language competency requirements
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Nursing
Future employment opportunities might be
Advanced nurse practitioner
Community nurse
Gerontology nurse
Mental health nurse
Nurse educator
Nurse researcher
Paediatric nurse
Primary healthcare nurse
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