Nursing University of Wollongong

Overview

Nursing is at the heart of patient care, and skilled nurses are in high demand worldwide. From birth to end-of-life, nurses support people through every stage of life. They monitor health, provide treatment, offer emotional support, and work alongside doctors and other professionals to deliver the best outcomes.

You’ll gain the skills, knowledge, and compassion needed to care for patients locally and internationally with core training in health science courses such as:

• Basic medical sciences like anatomy, microbiology, and pharmacology.

• Behavioural sciences such as psychology and communication.

• Core nursing sciences including surgical nursing, mental health nursing, and paediatric care.

• Hands-on clinical training in hospitals and community health settings.

Career prospects

A Nursing programme from University of Wollongong will open up the pathway for you to work at healthcare institutions such as hospitals and clinics, research facilities as well as social organisations that help those who are sick. Like a Foundation in Science, it is also one of the best ways to learn the basics for a Nursing Degree from which you can pursue careers such as:

• Staff nurse

• Nurse researcher

• Nurse risk manager

• Healthcare product specialist