CRICOS code: 040599C / Bachelor of Nursing in Port Macquarie: 101019
The Bachelor of Nursing from Charles Sturt University has led the way for nurses for more than 30 years. Our undergraduate students are part of the university’s proud nursing tradition, joining the ranks of Charles Sturt University graduates across Australia who are known for their resilience, versatility and adaptability. You'll graduate industry-ready and prepared for your role as a registered nurse.
You can choose to study this undergraduate nursing degree full-time or part-time on-campus, online or a mix of both. Our Session 2 intake is now available for online study to all applicants – you don't need to be an enrolled nurse or have a Diploma of Nursing to start your degree in July.
Course highlights
Why study a nursing degree with Charles Sturt University? Our accredited course will prepare you for the healthcare workforce, and you'll benefit from our strong industry links and ties to regional and metropolitan communities across New South Wales. Patient care requires a holistic approach, and this course provides you with the theory, skills and understanding you'll need in the workplace.
Practical program
The Bachelor of Nursing supports students to undertake at least 800 hours of workplace learning in an exciting range of authentic healthcare settings.
Building professional capacity
During your bachelor's degree in nursing, you'll work in a broad range of contexts and with patients across the lifespan, graduating as a competent and adaptable registered nurse. You'll be able to think creatively and critically; and be a reflective and ethical practitioner, educator and facilitator. You'll also advocate for patient health and wellbeing.
Professional affiliations
Charles Sturt University has strong links with the Western, Far Western and Murrumbidgee Local Health Districts of New South Wales. These affiliations provide the opportunity to gain real-world practical experience and ensure our course is relevant to the industry and serves contemporary nursing needs.