Study Nursing and Midwifery
Make a difference in your community
Save up to 81% on course fees
with a Commonwealth Supported Place1
Graduate job-ready
at QLD's #1 university for full-time employment2
Earn up to $338.60 per week
during paid placement opportunities for eligible students3
- Study at the university ranked #1 in QLD for full-time employment2.
- Build the skills to deliver exceptional patient care across a range of settings including rural, remote and tropical communities.
- Complete 880 hours of supervised professional practice in the Bachelor of Nursing or 960 hours in the Bachelor of Midwifery, developing your skills in real healthcare settings.
- Gain midwifery experience across diverse maternity and neonatal care settings while supporting women and families throughout their care.
- Prepare for clinical placements by training in world-class facilities, including JCU’s new Yeinie Building (Cairns students).
- Choose flexible study options that suit your lifestyle, with opportunities to study full-time or part-time.
- Benefit from a Commonwealth Prac Payment while you are completing a mandatory practical placement as part of your degree3.
Fast facts
Location: Cairns, Townsville
Starts: February
Entry requirements:** ATAR: 83
English (Units 3/4,C)
Recommended knowledge: 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 2027 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.
This course is accredited by the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). Students enrolled in this degree will be registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) for the duration of their program of study or until they are no longer enrolled. Graduates will be eligible to apply for professional registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
What career possibilities are there?
Graduates can pursue a rewarding career as a midwife across a range of maternity care settings, including public and private hospitals, birth centres and community health services. With experience, you may also explore opportunities in midwifery education, research, government, or private and group midwifery practice.
Fast facts
Location: Cairns, Townsville, Emerald, Mackay, Mount Isa*
Starts: February, September
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 course offers flexible study options upon enrolment; many subjects offer online or on-campus attendance options.
**This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2027 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.
"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
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