The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and most highly ranked university, known for world?class teaching, internationally recognised research, and a strong emphasis on professional programmes in the health sciences. It welcomes students from around the world and offers comprehensive support services to help international learners succeed academically and socially. The nursing programme is delivered by the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, which fosters partnerships with major healthcare providers and offers modern simulation facilities and extensive clinical learning opportunities.

 

Why Study Bachelor of Nursing (BNurs)?

Studying the Bachelor of Nursing at Auckland provides a professional qualification designed to prepare you for registered nursing practice in New?Zealand and internationally. This degree:

• Combines scientific knowledge, clinical skills and professional nursing practice training.

• Offers hands?on learning through simulation and real patient care in clinical placements.

• Prepares graduates to apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New?Zealand as a comprehensive nurse.

• Emphasises communication, cultural safety, critical thinking and evidence?based practice, essential for today’s nursing roles.

 

Programme Structure & Subjects

The BNurs covers both academic theory and clinical preparation:

Structure (360 points)

Part I (Year 1)

• Foundation health sciences subjects including biology, physical and social sciences shared with other health programmes.

Part II (Year 2)

• Core courses focussing on nursing clients with pathophysiological problems and mental health, addictions and disability nursing.

Part III (Year 3)

• Advanced nursing topics such as child and family health nursing and professional nursing practice.

Clinical Placements

Clinical learning is central throughout Years 2 and 3, with placements in a range of healthcare settings — including hospitals, community and primary care environments — allowing you to apply skills in real professional contexts.

 

Highlights of the Programme

• High?quality professional nursing qualification with clinical and theoretical learning.
• Strong emphasis on hands?on patient care, simulation labs and real placements.
• Collaborative study with other health science students (e.g., medicine, pharmacy).
• Graduates can apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New?Zealand.
• Opportunities to gain experience in various health settings across Auckland.

 

Career Outcomes

Upon graduation, BNurs students are prepared to work as:

• Registered Nurse (comprehensive practice)

• Community Nurse

• Mental Health Nurse

• Child/Paediatric Nurse

• Primary Healthcare Nurse

• Nurse Educator or Nurse Researcher

• Gerontology Nurse

 

Visa & Immigration Requirements

As an international student in New?Zealand you must:

• Receive an official Offer of Place from the University of Auckland.
• Provide proof of financial capacity, health insurance, English proficiency and other supporting documentation required by Immigration New?Zealand.
• Apply for a Student Visa well before your programme’s start date