Australia is facing a critical nursing shortage, with a projected shortfall of up to 123,000 nurses by 2030. This high demand creates excellent opportunities for international students who want to study nursing in Australia and build a long-term career.
By completing a Diploma, Bachelor, or Master of Nursing, students can gain the skills needed to become an Enrolled Nurse or Registered Nurse. Qualified nurses are highly employable and may also be eligible for skilled migration or employer-sponsored visas, opening pathways to permanent residency in Australia.
With over 60 institutions offering accredited nursing courses, Study Gurus partners with leading providers to give students expert guidance on education and visa options.
Nursing Course Checklist
What qualifications do I need for Nursing?
To enrol in most nursing or healthcare courses in Australia, international students must have completed a Year 12 (high school) certificate or equivalent.
What level of English do I need for a Diploma of Nursing or Bachelor of Nursing course?
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) – a minimum overall score of 7 with a minimum score of 7 in listening, reading, and speaking and a minimum score of 6.5 in writing.
- Cambridge (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) – a minimum overall score of 185 in listening, reading and speaking and a minimum score of 176 in writing
- Test of English as a Foreign Language / Internet-based test (TOEFL-iBT) – a minimum score 94 and a minimum score in each section of the test 24 for listening, reading and writing and 23 for speaking.
- Pearson’s Test of English (PTE) – a minimum overall score of 66 in listening, reading and speaking and a minimum score of 56 in writing
- Occupational English Test (OET) – a minimum score of B in listening, reading, speaking and a minimum score of C+ in writing
What qualification do I attain with a Diploma of Nursing?
A Diploma of Nursing gives you an Enrolled Nurse qualification, enabling entrance into a Bachelor of Nursing degree. With this qualification, you can become a Registered Nurse.
How many years of study is required for a Diploma of Nursing?
A Diploma of Nursing requires 18 months to two years of study.
What are the costs of nursing studies?
Diploma tuition costs vary from $24,000 – $30,000.
A Bachelor of Nursing costs from $25,000 – $35,000 per semester.
Is Nursing the Permanent Career for you?
Whether you are a trained nurse or interested in studying nursing. Nursing can offer a pathway to permanent residency in Australia as it’s on the Australian Department of Home Affairs medium to long-term skilled occupation list.
For international students considering nursing as an option, it’s timely to check your eligibility for the wide range of nursing courses available in Australia.
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