Overview 2021
Location
This course may not be available to international students. Please see the list of distance courses (i.e. online and taken outside Australia) that are offered to international students
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For years prior to 2015, please view the Course and Unit Handbook Archive
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Course objectives
The objectives of the Bachelor of Nursing with Clinical Honours (Transition to Practice) are to enable the student to:
- Become immersed in a professional health care environment to enhance their knowledge and skills in a chosen area of nursing practice.
- Engage in ongoing critical reflection as a means of continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
- Demonstrate development in their role as a Registered Nurse and maintain professional relationships and collaborative work practices with colleagues from a diverse range of disciplines and cultures.
- Demonstrate nursing knowledge and clinical skills beyond beginning level competency as a Registered Nurse necessary for the provision of effective and comprehensive care to patients within their chosen area of nursing practice.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills for advocating and protecting the rights of individuals or groups that acknowledge differences in cultural and/or linguistic background.
Practical experience
Learn beyond the classroom
Studying in Tasmania, our whole Island becomes your campus. Speak with your unit coordinator about how you can gain practical experience by volunteering in research initiatives, becoming an ambassador, or taking part in a work experience program.
Career outcomes
"I found the course was absolutely relevant. It filled the gap that my university degree was missing by helping me 'fit in' and adjust to a hospital environment better."
Graduates will receive a formal award for completing their transition into the profession as well as develop a high quality Professional Portfolio that they will use for career advancement and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
Postgraduate study
If you successfully complete this course, you may be also be eligible to apply for a range of other postgraduate courses including Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas and Masters by coursework and research.
Course structure
Entry requirements
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Scholarships
For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.
How can we help?
Do you have any questions about choosing a course or applying? Get in touch.
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- International
- +61 3 6226 6200
- Course.Info@utas.edu.au
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