Study Nursing
Make a difference in your community
#1
in QLD for full-time employment1
5 Stars
for student-teacher ratio2
#2
in Australia for median graduate salary1
- Study Nursing at the uni rated #1 in QLD for full-time employment and experience real-world practical and clinical settings from your first year.
- Develop the skills to provide exceptional patient care across a range of settings, including rural, remote, and tropical communities.
- Communicate with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Whether you'd prefer to study on campus or need the flexibility to fit your studies into your lifestyle, JCU offers options for you.
Fast facts
Location: Online, Cairns, Townsville, Emerald, Mackay, Mount Isa
Starts: February, July
Entry requirements:* ATAR: 66
Recommended knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), Biology, Chemistry and one of General Maths, Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Maths (Units 3/4,C)
*This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2025 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.
What career possibilities are there?
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for Registered Nurse (Division 1) registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Graduates can expect to work in hospitals, community health and government or non-government agencies across Australia and overseas. A solid foundation in general nursing opens pathways to specialisation in emergency, mental health, aged care, oncology, community health, or rural and remote practice. You can also progress into policy, research, management or education.
Fast facts
Location: Online**
Starts: February, July
Entry requirements:* ATAR: 66
Recommended knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), Biology, Chemistry and one of General Maths, Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Maths (Units 3/4,C)
*This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2025 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.
**Some compulsory on-campus attendance and clinical placement participation is required for online students.
What career possibilities are there?
The mixed-mode degree leads to the same roles and advancement options as the on-campus version: hospitals, community health, defence, regional centres, and international settings. Specialise after registration in fields such as emergency, mental health, aged care, oncology, community health, or rural and remote practice, or pivot into policy, research, management or education.
"With a unique emphasis on rural and remote healthcare, JCU equips me for real-world challenges, making me confident in my abilities as a nursing student. The dedicated faculty and enriching community environment are crucial to my professional and personal growth, helping me become a competent and compassionate nurse."
Jaise Jaimon
Bachelor of Nursing Science – Student
"My journey with JCU has been a lifechanging experience. The lecturers genuinely care and go above and beyond for us. As a science enthusiast, the microbiology, anatomy and physiology labs were the highlight of my first year, and the Indigenous Education and Research Centre has played an essential role in my success."
Ailee Hookey
Bachelor of Nursing Science – Student
"Doing my three-week placement in Weipa made me more drawn to becoming a rural and remote nurse and giving back to my people. I was able to have a more hands-on experience: applying cultural competencies and applying competent nursing skills to my people. This made me realise my potential as a future registered nurse."
Ivy Hodges
Bachelor of Nursing Science – Alumni
Chose your JCU course, confirm that you meet the entry requirements, and note the QTAC code or course code.
If applying for entry into a bachelor's degree please submit your application via QTAC. For all other applications please apply via the JCU Application Portal.
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