Enrolled Nurse to Registered Nurse Stream (BSc Adv Nursing)

About the course

This stream is designed for AQF Diploma level 5 Enrolled Nurses seeking a pathway to registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. You’ll build knowledge in biological, behavioural and nursing sciences and learn to deliver patient-centred care across individuals, families and communities. Learning includes interprofessional education and at least 680 hours of clinical placements in varied settings as part of an undergraduate nursing qualification.

Career outcome

Graduates can apply for registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Career opportunities include working as a registered nurse across hospitals and community settings, with roles supporting patient-centred care in multidisciplinary teams. Typical employment sectors include public hospitals, private hospitals and community health agencies. Outcomes align with an undergraduate pathway that prepares enrolled nurses for professional registered nursing practice.

Living Costs in Albany**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 20 - 27	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 782 - 1,034	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 565 - 748
Transportation (Daily) A$ 2 - 3	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 60 - 79

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)