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Bachelor of Nursing · AQF 7 · CRICOS 118071E

Become the nurse people remember. Caring with passion, from your first day.

An NMBA/TEQSA-accredited degree is taught the way nursing is practised: in small cohorts, hands-on in simulated wards, and on placement in city and regional hospitals and aged-care homes across Australia. Start in any of six intakes a year at four campuses, and graduate eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.

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Duration
3 years full-time
or part-time equivalent
Units
24 units
19 theory + 5 placements
Delivery
Face-to-Face
on campus + online
Level
AQF 7
Bachelor degree
Campuses
4 cities
Melbourne · Sydney · Perth · Brisbane

01Three ways in

Where you start shapes the route, not the destination.

  • Pathway 1 · Direct entry

    School leavers, career changers and international applicants

    Bachelor of Nursing

    3years full-time

    1. Yr 1Foundations + PEP 1 (160 h)
    2. Yr 2Acute, chronic & mental health (240 h)
    3. Yr 3Community, rural, leadership (400 h)
    • 24 units: 19 theory and 5 placements, 800 hours in total
    • ATAR 50 for domestic school leavers; international academic, English and interview requirements apply
    • Part-time may be available for domestic students, subject to unit availability
    • Graduates may apply for NMBA registration if they meet all standards

    Registration is never automatic.

    Apply for the BNEnquire
  • Pathway 2 · Enrolled Nurses

    Accredited AQF 5 Diploma AND current unrestricted NMBA/Ahpra EN registration

    Diploma of Nursing + Bachelor

    Up to 8units of credit, assessed individually

    1. BeforeDiploma of Nursing + EN registration
    2. ApplyCredit assessed via Credit & RPL
    3. ThenComplete remaining units + placements
    • May receive up to 12 months (8 units) of credit
    • Builds on clinical experience you already hold
    • Year 2 entry and a shorter duration are not guaranteed
    • Credit depends on your own Diploma and registration; ask admissions how yours will be assessed

    Not yet an Enrolled Nurse? Start with IHNA.

    1. Step 1Complete the IHNA Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121)
    2. Step 2Apply for Enrolled Nurse registration (requirements apply)
    3. Step 3Apply to the IHM BN; credit assessed individually

    IHNA and IHM admissions are separate. EN registration, BN admission and credit are not guaranteed.

    Explore IHNA Diploma of NursingInternational

    Credit is decided case by case.

    Apply for the BNCredit & RPL
  • Pathway 3 · Bachelor, then Master’s

    BN graduates who later want advanced study in leadership, research and education

    Bachelor, then Master of Nursing

    3 + 2years, two separate courses

    1. Yr 1–3Bachelor of Nursing
    2. NextSeparate Master’s application
    3. 2 yrsMaster of Nursing (AQF 9), if admitted
    • Master’s admission has its own requirements, including nursing registration
    • Not an integrated package; progression is not guaranteed
    • Master’s study covers clinical leadership, research and evidence-based practice

    Master’s fees are on the official Master’s page.

    Apply for the BNMaster of Nursing page

Intake planner

Pick your campus.
Plan your first day.

Course commencement dates by campus, from IHM planning timetables. These are first days of the course, not orientation dates or continuing semesters.

  • VIC campus

    Melbourne

    1 commencement date in 2026

    1. 2026

      1. Course commencement

  • WA campus

    Perth

    1 commencement date in 2026

    1. 2026

      1. Course commencement

  • NSW campus

    Sydney

    0 commencement dates in 2026

    No scheduled dates

    No Sydney commencement dates are scheduled for 2026.

  • QLD campus

    Brisbane

    0 commencement dates in 2026

    No scheduled dates

    No Brisbane commencement dates are scheduled for 2026.

Dates are from planning timetables and subject to institutional confirmation and campus availability; applying early does not guarantee a place.

02The course

Competence you can feel in your hands.

A nurse holding an older patient's hand

The BN combines anatomy, pathophysiology and pharmacotherapeutics with the communication, ethics and clinical reasoning that make care safe. Blended learning keeps theory flexible; simulation and placement make it real.

  1. Person-centred, culturally safe care

    Including culturally appropriate nursing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and global, cultural health care.

  2. Simulation laboratories

    Practise clinical skills in simulated educational labs before you meet patients on placement.

  3. Digital health

    Electronic health records, mHealth apps, virtual simulation and a dedicated Health Informatics unit.

  4. Rural, Regional and Remote Health and Wellness

    A final-year unit on health and wellness beyond the cities, where placements may also take you.

  5. Clinical leadership

    Leadership, advocacy and a transition unit preparing you for the role of the Registered Nurse.

Campuses

  • Melbourne
  • Sydney
  • Perth
  • Brisbane

Course and intake availability can differ by campus. Please confirm your preferred campus and start date with IHM before applying.

03Professional experience

Five placements.
800 hours. One rising arc.

Placements are assessed against NMBA Registered Nurse Standards for Practice. They are normally in the state of your campus and may be in rural areas; travel and accommodation are generally at your own cost.

  1. PEP 1160h

    Year 1 · Sem 2

    Introduction to clinical experience

    Interpersonal and communication skills, the nurse in a multidisciplinary team, caring for a healthy older person.

  2. PEP 2120h

    Year 2 · Sem 3

    Sub-acute and chronic care

    Problem solving, assessment and nursing interventions across healthcare settings.

  3. PEP 3120h

    Year 2 · Sem 4

    Mental health nursing

    Developing critical thinking and therapeutic practice in mental health contexts.

  4. PEP 4160h

    Year 3 · Sem 5

    Community care

    Caring effectively for individuals within the community.

  5. PEP 5240h

    Year 3 · Sem 6

    Medical / surgical consolidation

    Translating theory and skills into practice before graduation.

Nursing students with an educator at a simulation bed

Before your first placement

Healthcare facilities require pre-placement compliance. Immunisations can take up to seven months, so start early.

  • National police check (annual)
  • Working with Children Check
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check where required
  • Immunisations incl. dTpa, MMR, Hep B, varicella, annual influenza, TB screening, COVID-19
  • First Aid, CPR, hand hygiene, manual handling, infection control modules
  • Hand hygiene and medication / drug calculation hurdles
  • IHM uniform (at least two recommended)
  • Full attendance; missed shifts must be made up, possibly at extra cost
  • Facility requirements such as E-learning modules including orientation and mandatory trainings

Mandatory e-learning modules/trainings are to be completed prior to PEP.

These include:

  • Hand Hygiene Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
  • Manual Handling Certificate
  • Blood Safe E-learning module
  • Infection Control- Principles of infection prevention and control module

NotePEP means Professional Experience Placement – the supervised clinical placements you complete in healthcare settings during the course.

Screening, compliance check and mandatory training fees are the student’s responsibility. Requirements can change; IHM will notify students.

04Your week on campus

Two days in the room.
One online.

The same indicative weekly pattern is shown for every campus. Please confirm arrangements for your campus and intake with IHM.

  • Semesters 1 & 2

    Year 1

    1. Monon campus
    2. Tueon campus
    3. Wedonline
    4. Thunot listed
    5. Frinot listed
    6. Satnot listed
    On campus, face-to-face
    Monday and Tuesday
    Online Active Learning Day
    Wednesday
  • Semesters 3 & 4

    Year 2

    1. Monnot listed
    2. Tuenot listed
    3. Wedon campus
    4. Thuon campus
    5. Frionline
    6. Satnot listed
    On campus, face-to-face
    Wednesday and Thursday
    Online Active Learning Day
    Friday
  • Semesters 5 & 6

    Year 3

    1. Mononline
    2. Tuenot listed
    3. Wednot listed
    4. Thunot listed
    5. Frion campus
    6. Saton campus
    On campus, face-to-face
    Friday and Saturday
    Online Active Learning Day
    Monday

Indicative timetable only. Class schedules are subject to change each semester based on campus requirements, staff availability, and the operational and academic requirements of the College.

05Curriculum

24 units, in order.

Year 1 · Semester 1

  • N7001Nursing and the Australian Health Care System
  • N7002Health and Wellness in Nursing Practice
  • N7003Communication Skills for Nurses
  • N7004Anatomy and Physiology

Year 1 · Semester 2

  • N7005Health and Wellness in Older Adults
  • N7006Foundations of Patient Partnership in Nursing
  • N7007Culturally Appropriate Nursing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
  • N7008Professional Experience Placement 1PEP

Bachelor of Nursing

Course Learning Outcomes

Course learning outcomes are specific to each course, in this instance the Bachelor of Nursing. On successful completion of the BN course, graduates are expected to be able to:

  1. Interpret and attribute NMBA’s Registered Nurse Standards for safe, ethical, evidence-based, person-centred care, demonstrating commitment to excellence.
  2. Analyse and implement anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology and pharmaco therapeutics knowledge and skills for safe, person-centred care.
  3. Appraise and integrate critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and problem-solving skills for the provision of holistic nursing care.
  4. Assess and present culturally sensitive and safe quality nursing care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of other cultures
  5. Contextualise communication, teamwork, and digital health skills for collaborative engagement with individuals, families, carers, communities, and multidisciplinary health care teams.
  6. Evaluate and implement evidence-based nursing practices, integrating the best available research evidence with clinical expertise, for comprehensive and safe person-centred care.
  7. Critically review and exemplify technologically advanced, safe, and quality care across diverse settings for individuals and communities.
  8. Appraise nursing leadership and advocacy roles in providing safe, quality, person-centred care.

06Admissions · domestic

What you need, here at home.

Domestic means an Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder.

School leavers

ATAR 50

Direct school leaver entry for domestic students requires an ATAR of 50.

Enrolled Nurses

AQF 5 + EN

Accredited Diploma of Nursing and current unrestricted NMBA/Ahpra EN registration. Credit of up to 8 units may be granted after individual assessment.

Everyone

Interview

Eligible applicants are interviewed. English proficiency must meet IHM’s policy aligned to the NMBA English language skills standard.

NMBA English standard

From application to orientation

Intake dates change. We link to the official page rather than list dates that may be out of date.

Apply nowCurrent intake dates
  1. 1Apply online through IHM
  2. 2If eligible, an admissions counsellor contacts you to schedule an interview
  3. 3Successful applicants receive an offer letter
  4. 4Accept and receive your invoice
  5. 5Complete enrolment and prepare for orientation

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are the essential components of a program or course that demonstrate the abilities, knowledge, and skills necessary to achieve the program or course’s core learning outcomes while maintaining the academic integrity of IHM’s learning, assessment, and accreditation processes. The inherent requirements are the abilities, knowledge, and skills required to complete a program and must be met by all students enrolled in it. Further, the detailed information is attached here:

Inherent Requirements

07 · Bachelor of Nursing tuition · domestic

AUD$15,000

per semester

Tuition fees are subject to annual review and may change in accordance with the College’s fees policy. The College reserves the right to revise tuition fees annually.

Costs beyond tuition

Budget for these separately. Amounts vary and are not listed here.

  • Police, WWCC and NDIS screening
  • Immunisations and serology
  • Uniforms
  • Mandatory training certificates
  • Placement travel
  • Placement accommodation

FEE-HELP

FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan for eligible fee-paying students. Not every domestic student is eligible; eligibility for this course must be confirmed with IHM.

About FEE-HELP at IHM

Fee and refund policies

A community nurse reviewing a digital health record with a patient

08After graduation

Registration is a step you take.

Successful BN graduates may apply to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia for registration as a Registered Nurse. You must meet all NMBA registration standards; registration is never automatic. Registration overseas is assessed separately by local regulators.

  • Hospitals
  • Clinics
  • Community health
  • Mental health
  • Aged care

Settings where Registered Nurses work. Employment outcomes are not guaranteed.

NMBA registration standards

09Questions

Straight answers.

How long does the Bachelor of Nursing take?
Three years full-time, or equivalent part-time. Part-time study for domestic students depends on unit availability. International students should check study load conditions for their visa.
Will I automatically become a Registered Nurse?
No. Graduates who successfully complete the BN may apply to the NMBA for registration and must meet all registration standards, including English language skills and criminal history requirements.
I am an Enrolled Nurse. Can I finish faster?
If you hold an accredited Diploma of Nursing (AQF 5) and current unrestricted EN registration, you may be granted up to 12 months (8 units) of credit. Credit is individually assessed; Year 2 entry and a shorter duration are not guaranteed.
Does the BN lead straight into the Master of Nursing?
No. The Master of Nursing is a separate course with a separate application and its own admission requirements, including nursing registration. Progression is not guaranteed.
Where are placements and who pays for travel?
Placements are normally in the state where your campus is located and may be in rural areas. Unless otherwise advised, students pay their own placement travel and accommodation.
When can I start?
IHM publishes intake dates on its official course page. Availability can differ by campus, so please confirm with admissions. View official dates.
What are the inherent requirements?
Inherent requirements are the essential abilities, knowledge and skills every student must meet to complete the course. Read IHM’s inherent requirements.
Which English tests are accepted?
IHM’s published page lists IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with 7 in listening, reading and speaking and 6.5 in writing. For other tests, refer to the current IHM English policy and the NMBA standard.

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