The Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) is a postgraduate-level honours programme designed for:

• Registered nurses who already hold a Bachelor of Nursing
• Those wanting to develop research, leadership, and advanced clinical skills

 

Why Study This Programme?

• Upgrade your qualification to Honours level
• Develop strong research and analytical skills
• Enhance career opportunities in:
  • Leadership
  • Advanced clinical roles
  • Education and research
• Work on a real research project (often linked with employer)

 

Programme Structure / Subjects

Structure Overview

Core Courses (120 points total):

1. Evidence-based Practice and Implementation
2. Research Methods in Nursing and Health
3. Research in Practice
4. Research Project (Thesis)

 

Topics Covered

• Evidence-based nursing practice
• Clinical research methods
• Healthcare improvement strategies
• Data analysis in health research
• Leadership in nursing practice

 

Specialisations / Disciplines

• No fixed majors
• Focus is on individual research area, such as:
  • Clinical nursing
  • Public health
  • Mental health nursing
  • Community health

 

Career Opportunities

Graduates can move into:

• Senior Registered Nurse roles
• Nurse Educator
• Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Nurse Manager / Leader
• Health Researcher

 

Highlights

• Advanced research-focused nursing qualification
• Flexible part-time study (ideal for working nurses)
• Strong pathway to:
  • Master’s
  • PhD in Nursing / Health Sciences
• Real-world research project experience

 

Special Requirements / Notes

• Must already be a qualified nurse
• Requires academic writing & research ability
• Limited seats → competitive admission
• Often linked with clinical workplace research

 

Visa Requirements (International Students)

Since this is an on-campus programme, you need a New Zealand Student Visa

Requirements:

• Offer of place
• Proof of funds (tuition + living costs)
• Health insurance
• Valid passport

 

Latest Updates

• Strong focus on:
  • Evidence-based healthcare improvement
  • Clinical leadership development
• Increasing demand for:
  • Highly qualified nurses globally
• Emphasis on research + real-world application

 

Final Summary

The Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) – University of Auckland is ideal for:

• Registered nurses wanting career advancement
• Professionals aiming for leadership or research roles
• Students planning further study (Master’s / PhD)