Bachelor of Nursing

About the course

Southern Cross University’s Bachelor of Nursing prepares graduates for contemporary nursing practice in complex healthcare settings. Learning is scaffolded across three years, combining theory with innovative, reflective learning activities to build cognitive, emotional and clinical capability. Supervised clinical placements in primary, secondary and tertiary services across local, regional and remote facilities provide real-world experience and exposure to diverse nursing contexts in this bachelor-level nursing degree.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers as a registered nurse across a wide range of healthcare environments. Clinical placement experience supports readiness for work in hospitals and acute care, community and primary health services, aged care, mental health settings, and regional or remote health facilities. The degree also provides a foundation for ongoing professional development and progression into specialised nursing areas and leadership roles within the health sector. Preparing graduates for nursing, allied health, and community care professional registration and graduate roles.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

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

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)