Bachelor of Nursing
Learn from experts in specialist facilities and help meet the increasing need for qualified registered nurses.
This three-year degree programme will enable you to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
You will gain an understanding of the many opportunities available for a career in nursing and be challenged to go beyond traditional health and illness care and focus on creating a supportive environment for health and wellbeing.
This programme is highly regarded nationally and combines theory with clinical experience and meets the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) Competencies for the Registered Nurse Scope of Practice.
We will give you the opportunity to explore the diverse environments and relevant cultural understandings that nurses work within from hospitals, rest homes and health clinics to private practices and community care agencies.
Ara frequently leads the sector for graduate outcomes. In 2018, we achieved a near-perfect result with 99% of graduates in employment within three months of completion (according to the most recent 'New Graduate Destinations' survey, conducted by Nurse Education in the Tertiary Sector at the end of September 2018).
If you have an undergraduate degree you can fast track completion of this qualification, together with a Master of Health Sciences from the University of Canterbury, in just two years. Find out more about the combined Bachelor of Nursing (Articulated with University of Canterbury Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice (Nursing) programme.
Campus Information
Christchurch Manawa
Dedicated to health education, Manawa is where Ara’s nursing, midwifery and medical imaging students are based. Ara shares this brand new building – located opposite Christchurch Hospital – in a collaborative, integrated environment with researchers from the University of Canterbury and health professionals from the Canterbury District Health Board.Purpose-designed, it features several high-tech simulation rooms to provide students with real-world learning experiences. Manawa is on several bus routes and is just a short walk from shops, cafes, parks and other attractions in the CBD.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Our Careers & Employment team provides free advice to current and prospective students, as well as our graduates. We can help you with:
- Exploring your career options
- Developing your employ-ability
- Job search, CVs, interviews and more
PSW Opportunity
Level 7 (Bachelor’s degree)
- Duration: Equal to length of study (typically up to 3 years)
- Requirement: minimum 30 weeks full time study in NZ
Level 7 (Graduate Diploma)
Eligible for PSWV
Conditions:
- Must also hold a Bachelor’s degree (NZ or overseas)
- Duration: Up to length of study (typically 1 year)
Level 8 (Postgraduate Diploma)
- Duration: Equal to length of study, OR
- Up to 3 years in some cases (if part of higher qualification pathway)
Level 9 and 10 (Master’s degree and Doctoral degree)
- Duration: 3 years
- Condition: Must study at least 30 weeks in New Zealand
- Most eligible international students can work up to 25 hours per week during study and full-time during scheduled breaks, only if their student visa includes work rights.
- Foundation, pathway and short courses have different rules.
- Not allowed for part time students.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Certificate at Level 3= General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5
Certificate at Level 4= General or Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5
Certificate or Diploma at Level 5= General or Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5
Certificate or Diploma at Level 6= General or Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5
Diploma or degree at Level 7= General or Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5
Graduate Certificate or IDiploma at Level 7= General or Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5
Post-graduate Diploma or Post- graduate Certificate at Level 8= General or Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0
Bachelor Honours Degree at Level 8= General or Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0
Master's Degree at Level 9= General or Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0
Doctoral !,}egree at Level 10= General or Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0
- Course Code: CH3730
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
84000 NZD
Average Cost of Living: 20000 NZD /year
Application Fee: 100 NZD
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