Bachelor of Nursing
A three-year, Level 7 degree programme providing the knowledge, clinical experience, and competencies required to become a registered nurse in New Zealand. Graduates are equipped to work in various healthcare settings nationally and internationally.
NZ$9,275
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Registered Nurse Competence
Demonstrate safe and competent nursing practice meeting the Nursing Council of New Zealand's registered nurse competencies.
Core Clinical Skills
Apply nursing knowledge and skills across a range of clinical settings, including primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare.
About This Course
The Bachelor of Nursing at NMIT/Te Pūkenga is an evidence-based programme designed to prepare students for a rewarding career as a registered nurse. The programme combines online and in-person learning, with simulated and practical clinical experiences across diverse health and community settings. Students develop professional skills, critical thinking, and the ability to respond to complex healthcare needs. Over 1,100 hours of clinical placement are included, and graduates are eligible to sit the Nursing Council of New Zealand's State Final Examination to become registered nurses.
Course Content
- Health and Wellness
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Management of Nursing Care 1 & 2
- Nursing the Person with Long Term Health Needs
- Nursing Science 1 & 2
- Professional Responsibility
- Knowledge for Nursing Practice (Mental Health, Physical Health, Family, Whānau & Community Nursing)
- Nursing the Person with Altered Mental Health or Addiction
- Nursing the Person with Altered Physical Health
- Wānanga Hauora
- Contemporary Issues in Nursing and Health Care
- Evidence for Nursing Practice
- Pharmacology for Nursing Practice
- Transition to Registered Nurse Practice
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Primary Healthcare NursingDistrict NursingMental Health NursingPublic Health NursingHealth PromotionNursing EducationOlder Persons HealthClinical settings within Te Whatu OraRegistered Nurse (New Zealand and internationally, on registration)
