Nursing
Nursing
A course by
University of Auckland
Explore your study options and career opportunities in Nursing at the University of Auckland, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral pathways for aspiring and current nurses.
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Develop knowledge for nursing practice
Gain a foundation in the principles and science of nursing to provide effective patient and community care.
Build empathy and communication skills
Cultivate strong patient-centered communication, empathy, and teamwork skills necessary for healthcare environments.
Understand integrated healthcare systems
Prepare to work within modern, integrated healthcare settings alongside multidisciplinary teams.
What You're Signing Up For
Nursing at the University of Auckland is designed for people who wish to make a tangible impact in healthcare. The profession requires empathy, strong communication, deep knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively in integrated health teams. Programmes prepare students for a range of nursing careers and further advancement through postgraduate study. With New Zealand’s ageing and expanding population, demand is high in primary care, aged care and mental health, with progression available to advanced roles such as Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, and Nursing Leadership.
Course Content
- Acute care nursing practice
- Primary care nursing practice
- Mental health and addiction nursing
- Aged and residential care nursing
- Paediatric nursing
- Public health nursing
- Advanced nursing practice
- Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nurse Practitioner roles
- Nurse education and management
- Nursing research and quality improvement
- Healthcare policy
What you need to know first
Undergraduate entry requires meeting University of Auckland admission requirements
For postgraduate study, completion of a recognised nursing qualification and RN registration is required
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Nursing
Future employment opportunities might be
Registered Nurse (RN) in multiple clinical settings
Advanced Nursing Practice roles
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Educator
Nursing Management
Nursing Research
Quality Improvement
Healthcare policy advisory roles
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