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Become qualified to the highest industry standards with our Bachelor of Nursing degree. You will study nursing practice, human behaviour, pharmacology and human body systems and gain vital hands-on experience in our nursing simulation suite and practice placements. When you graduate, you’ll be eligible to sit the State Final Exam for registration as a Registered Nurse in New Zealand. DomesticDuration
3 Years Full-time 5 Years Part-time Level
7
Credits
360
Fees
$8,951
*Approximate first year tuition fee – see Fees section for more info.
Delivery
On campus
Location
Dunedin
Intakes
February
InternationalDuration
3 Years Full-time Level
7
Credits
360
Fees
$29,120
*Approximate first year tuition fee – see Fees section for more info.
Delivery
On campus
Location
Dunedin
Intakes
February
What You StudyCoursesTo successfully achieve the Bachelor of Nursing, you must complete all the courses within the programme. 50% of your three year nursing qualification will involve clinical practice. This provides a rich learning environment due to your exposure to a diversity of clients and health needs, and will prepare you for work as a registered nurse. *Please note: Our entry criteria and curriculum will be changing for this programme in 2025. These changes are subject to final NZQA approval - we'll update this webpage as soon as we can with the most up-to-date information.
Further study optionsExpand your career prospects with further postgraduate study in Nursing both within New Zealand and overseas. There is now an established career pathway to Nurse Practitioner through master's degree study, and further educational opportunities are available for practice specialisation at the Eastern Institute of Technology or the University of Otago. WorkloadYour workloadYou must meet both theoretical and clinical requirements during the Bachelor of Nursing degree and the workload is demanding. You can expect to work approximately 40 hours per week throughout the year and should expect assessments and written assignments throughout the year. Outside employment or commitments should be considered carefully to ensure your success in the programme. We do offer a limited number of places for part-time study over five years. EntryMinimum entry requirementsAcademicFor those under 20
For those 20 and over
Other requirements
You also need to provide certified copies of proof of identity and proof of residency (where appropriate). English Language requirements
Health and vaccination informationYou must be physically and psychologically able to engage in diverse clinical nursing practice in New Zealand, including acute hospital, community and mental health settings during this programme. You don’t need to supply evidence of your vaccination status to apply for this programme. However, the placement component of this programme has a higher risk of exposure to vaccine preventable diseases. Therefore, most placement providers will require evidence from you that you are fully vaccinated and have immunity for tuberculosis, varicella, measles, hepatitis B and pertussis (within the last 10 years). Evidence of immunity to vaccine preventable diseases is ascertained by a blood test and your vaccination records. Placements are an integral part of this programme, and you’ll need to complete the vaccine requirements to be able to successfully achieve your qualification. If you have concerns or questions about this requirement, please feel free to contact us. Please note: Occasionally, clinical providers request additional information on health status. During your clinical placements, you will be exposed to risks commonly associated with the health services. These are broad and include personal injury such as needle-stick, through to potential harms to clients. What if I don't meet the entry requirements?Our Health Bridging Certificate acts as a bridging programme into this nursing qualification. A minimum B+/75 average pass, achieved across four courses during semester two, is required to meet the academic entry requirements into the Bachelor of Nursing. This MUST include a B+/75 in Bioscience 2. The Health Bridging Certificate is also ideal if you need to update specific knowledge and skills, and demonstrate your academic ability. Distance options are available. Due to the high demand for places, successful completion of the Health Bridging Certificate (Level 4) will not automatically guarantee you entry into the Bachelor of Nursing programme. Selection processApplications are preferred by 30 September every year. Student selection is the responsibility of the Bachelor of Nursing Selection Committee. Criteria for assessing suitability are:
Selection process for pre-registration students to the Bachelor of Nursing: Each application is considered by the Bachelor of Nursing Selection Committee who may request an interview with the applicant where there is a lack of congruence in the information presented. There is an affirmative action policy in regard to applicants who identify as Māori and meet the stated entry criteria. As required by the Children's Act 2014, students who may work with children during the course of their study must be safety checked. Safety checking including reference checking, work history, identity check, police vetting and an overall assessment of the applicant's safety to work with children. Upon acceptance into the programme you will be required to give consent and complete paperwork for Police Vetting. Applicants who have lived in countries other than New Zealand need to provide a Police Clearance from each country upon application All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their completed application. Following the assessment of the applications, applicants are placed into four groups:
Should the number of applicants who meet the selection process requirements exceed the available places, applicants will be placed on a prioritised waitlist. Applicants are welcome to make an appointment with the Bachelor of Nursing Admissions Committee Chairperson to discuss the outcome of their application. FeesDomestic feesFirst year
Standard
$8,951
Second year
Standard
$8,916
Third year
Standard
$9,301
International feesFirst year
Standard
$29,120
Second year
Standard
$29,120
Third year
Standard
$29,120
Additional costsYou will be required to purchase:
You will also need to have a laptop or device which has Win7 or above or IOS Maverick. There will be additional accommodation and travel costs associated with clinical placements. There is an expectation that you will travel out of town to complete at least one placement during the second and third year of the Bachelor of Nursing programme. All associated costs for these placements are your responsibility. Please note: All costs are approximate.
Multi-year feesThe tuition fees shown above are approximate only. There may be a slight fee increase per year once Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) rules and guidelines are applied. These fees also don’t include additional costs or living costs. ApplicationPreferred application dateApplications are preferred by 30 September each year, however the Selection Committee will continue to review applications received after this date. Completing your applicationBefore you apply, ensure you understand the application process and all the requirements you need to meet. Please make sure you have read through the Entry section on this page carefully which lists all of these requirements. You can enter information and upload documents directly into your online application. To find out more about what will happen with your application, click here. To begin your application, click the Apply now button on this page below the grey boxes. Get in touch0800 762 786
International +64 3 477 3014
Email: info@op.ac.nz
https://www.op.ac.nz/programmes/nzqa/bachelor-of-nursing
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