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Diploma in Tertiary Preparation (Nursing)

This course is designed for students who are looking for a pathway into the Bachelor of Nursing. Students study academic and nursing English subjects along with introductory studies in science, health and Australian society. A student who successfully completes this program will qualify for entry to the Bachelor of Nursing.

Summary

International Students

Available at these campuses
  • Brisbane, Queensland
  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Sydney (North Sydney), NSW

Course Duration

1 year full-time

Deferment

Yes. See Defer your offer.

Delivery mode

On Campus

Commencement date

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Course Costs
  • Unit Fee: $1485.
  • Average first year fee: $11880.
  • Estimated Total Cost: $11880.

Important Note on Fees

Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration.

Applying for Admission

Domestic applications are now closed for next study period.

International Students

Eligibility
  • Overall score of Academic IELTS 5.5 (with no less than 5.0 in each band)
  • High School Graduation (with a minimum of 50% pass)
 High School graduation with a minimum 50% pass, plus an overall academic IELTS score of 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each test).

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Description

The Diploma in Tertiary Preparation (Nursing) aims to further develop students' English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills to qualify them for successful entry into the Bachelor of Nursing program.

Please note: The Diploma in Tertiary Preparation (Nursing) is not a professional nursing qualification. It is intended only as a pathway leading to the ACU National Bachelor of Nursing program.

English Language Requirements

Overall score of Academic IELTS 5.5 (with no less than 5.0 in each band)

Pathways to Further Study

The Diploma in Tertiary Preparation (Nursing) is designed to serve as an alternate entry point into the Bachelor of Nursing. Students who do not qualify for direct entry into the Degree program may enter through the successful completion of the Diploma.

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Nursing course, graduands are eligible to seek immediate registration as Registered Nurses with the relevant State Nurse's Registration Authority.

Please note that registration as a nurse in Australia is dependent upon meeting criteria of the relevant registering authority. Students are advised to discuss their eligibility with their Degree Course Coordinator and the local registration authority.

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Course Structure

Students are required to complete a total of 80 credit points, consisting of:

  • ACOM107 Australian Society
  • ACOM105 English Language Communication Skills
  • ACOM103 English for Academic Purposes 1
  • ACOM117 English for Academic Purposes 2
  • ACOM108 Nursing English 1
  • ACOM208 Nursing English 2
  • ACOM116 Introduction to Nursing in Australia
  • ACOM117 Introduction to Science for Nurses

Contacts for Future Students

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