The School of Nursing is a dynamic place to study.
We have a 30 year reputation for preparing nurses who are acknowledged internationally as graduates of exceptional quality.
A culture of research, and scholarship flourishes in the School and our teaching staff are highly qualified and experienced nurses who are respected for their teaching and research skills, clinical expertise and academic experience.
Excellent opportunities for interdisciplinary learning are available from other health disciplines in the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences eg. Physiotherapy ,Occupational Therapy, Paramedic and Emergency Management.
Academic staff work closely with students, providing an interactive learning environment with the emphasis on integration of research theory and nursing practice.
The education we provide encourages and supports students to achieve their goals and to become effective members of the health care team.
Extensive clinical learning in a variety of health care settings available through our close links with health care providers means that course work and research is relevant to professional practice.
The School of Nursing is able to utilise a Simulation Centre which is equipped with two high fidelity SimMan full body mannikins,a SimBaby will be added in the near future. These models provide simulation of basic to advanced life support. An interactive teaching programme 'MicroSim' offers students varying presentations to practice and consolidate their skills in a unique,challenging and yet safe manner.
The Simulation Centre is a centre of excellence which:
- Enhances learning opportunities
- Fosters interdisciplinary learning and teamwork
- Supports student learning prior to clinical placements
We offer a range of courses from the Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) through to:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing Practice
- Postgraduate Diploma Health Science in Advanced Nursing Practice
- Master of Health Practice
- Master of Health Science in Advanced Nursing Practice
- Master of Health Science
- Doctor of Health Science
- Doctor of Philosophy
Within the Masters level programmes core papers in professional studies and research are combined with elective papers in either specialist clinical practice or generic health care according to the requirements of the student. These papers offer the student the opportunity to extend professional practice ,establish a multidisciplinary approach to practice and participate in scholarship and research.
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