Course Structure
The course structure is outlined in the Bachelor of Nursing Schedules A.
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Pre-Registration
(3-year BN course) Sequence - see Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Registration): Schedule A.
Lectures and Clinical Learning
Theoretical studies in Years 1 and 2 are held at the Launceston campus only. In Year 1 students undertake two weeks of clinical education in health care centres, including rural and community, throughout Tasmania. In second year, students undertake three weeks of clinical education each semester in Launceston, Hobart, North-West Tasmania or rural and community clinical settings throughout Tasmania. The third year is taught through the Cradle Coast, Launceston and Hobart campuses, with clinical educational opportunities in rural, community, regional and metropolitan centres throughout Tasmania. Costs associated with travel, accommodation and uniforms are met by students. Please note that students are allocated to Professional Experience Placements subject to their availability and students may be required to travel and relocate.