Nursing University of Auckland

Overview

The Nursing programme at the University of Auckland is a highly respected qualification designed for individuals with strong communication skills and a desire to improve the wellbeing of others. This comprehensive course ensures that students develop essential scientific knowledge alongside practical clinical expertise. Graduates are well-prepared to enter the healthcare sector as skilled registered professionals.

Why Nursing at the University of Auckland?

Students benefit from an integrated curriculum that seamlessly blends academic theory with clinical learning. The university provides a supportive environment where dedicated lecturers, who are all registered health professionals, guide students through their journey. A distinctive feature of this programme is its interdisciplinary approach, which includes shared classes with students from Pharmacy, Medicine, and Health Sciences.

The university utilises modern technology to facilitate simulation learning, allowing students to practice their skills in a safe, controlled setting before working with real patients. Clinical placements are conducted across various healthcare facilities in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, ensuring students gain diverse experience in acute, chronic, and community health settings.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 42818 per year
• National fee: USD 8785 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured into three parts over six semesters, beginning with a foundation year in biological and social sciences. Modules may include:

• Population Health
• Applied Science for Nurses
• Nursing in Practice
• Behaviour, Health and Development
• Biology for Biomedical Science
• Nursing Clients with a Pathophysiological Problem
• Nursing in Mental Health, Addictions and Disability
• Child and Family Health Nursing
• Professional Nursing Practice

Careers with Nursing

Upon successful completion of the degree, graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. The programme opens doors to a wide variety of roles across the healthcare landscape. Graduates often find employment in diverse settings ranging from primary healthcare to specialised hospital departments.

Potential career paths and roles include:

• Advanced nurse practitioner
• Community nurse
• Gerontology nurse
• Mental health nurse
• Nurse educator
• Nurse researcher
• Paediatric nurse