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Bachelor of Nursing – Enrolled Nurse to Registered Nurse pathway

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
Southern Cross University

500

in world overall ranking*

57

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Bachelor of Nursing pathway is designed for enrolled nurses to transition to registered nurse practice in two years full-time (or part-time equivalent). It builds on prior nursing qualifications through conversion units and studies in professional nursing, biological sciences and social sciences. Students complete work integrated learning placements and train using modern simulation facilities, with possible intensive workshops at selected campuses. The programme develops clinical skills, patient care fundamentals, and health sciences knowledge for registered practice pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared to progress from enrolled nurse roles to registered nurse practice across a range of healthcare settings. The course supports development of contemporary clinical skills, professional judgement and patient-centred care through supervised placements and simulation-based learning. Career opportunities commonly include RN positions in hospitals, community health services, aged care and other clinical environments as a Bachelor-level nursing qualification. Preparing graduates for nursing, allied health, and community care professional registration and graduate roles.


Living Costs in Gold Coast**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 22 - 29
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,564 - 2,068
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,096 - 1,449
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 3 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$5,936 per year

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Information

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2 years

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March, June, July

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Coffs Harbour
Gold Coast
Lismore

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3007303

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE CHANCELLOR’S ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

A$8,000

tick iconINTERNATIONAL OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE SCHOLARSHIP

A$8,000

tick iconSCU INTERNATIONAL WOMEN IN STEM SCHOLARSHIP

A$8,000

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