Overview
The aim of the Graduate Diploma in Nursing is to provide Registered Nurses with the theoretical knowledge and critical thinking skills to prepare them for advanced practice in the clinical setting.
Graduates will be able to synthesise and apply advanced nursing concepts in order to lead nursing practice and optimise health outcomes.
Western Sydney University is Australia’s premier nursing and midwifery education institution. It is internationally renowned for turning out high calibre graduates, and those graduates enjoy very high employment rates.
As a result, the University has become the university of choice for students who are serious about a career in nursing and midwifery.
In addition to providing high quality, contemporary, evidence-based nursing studies, Western Sydney University’s Nursing and Midwifery programs offer professional recognition; industry-based projects and placements; broad subject choices; full-time, part-time or distance study options; flexible program structures; exciting career options; balance of theory and clinical practice; local and international work experience opportunities; research opportunities; and scholarships.
Highlights
- Study online – Study 100% online part-time or full-time
- Early exit options – Students may exit this program on completion of 40 credit points with a 4724 Graduate Certificate in Nursing
- Ranked #1 Nursing university in Australia – WSU has been ranked the number one Nursing School in Australia by the Centre for World University Rankings
- Top 50 Nursing university in the world – We are also rank in the world’s top 50 for nursing by the Centre for World University Rankings
Candidature for admission to the Graduate Diploma in Nursing is based on the following requirements
Graduate Diploma in Nursing (80 credit points)
Registered Nurse (currently registered to practice with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency – Nursing and Midwifery), or eligibility for same, or certificate of registration of nursing, within the last five years, in their own country
And
Completion of an undergraduate degree (AQF Level 7 or equivalent) in any discipline OR Graduate Certificate in Nursing.
Graduate Diploma in Nursing (60 credit points)
Registered Nurse (currently registered to practice with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency – Nursing and Midwifery), or eligibility for same, or certificate of registration of nursing, within the last five years, in their own country
And
Completion of an undergraduate degree (AQF Level 7 or equivalent) or Graduate Diploma, or higher in any discipline.
And
Two years full-time equivalent professional work experience as a registered nurse within the last five years.
Inherent Requirements
- Must meet the Inherent Requirements (basic physical, communication, intellectual and interpersonal tasks to achieve the learning outcomes of the course)
Graduates of this program can look forward to enhanced professional status and career opportunities in their chosen fields, including:
- Community health
- Mental health care services
- Disability services
- Rehabilitation services
- Aged care services
- Research and Education
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