- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 3.0F/P
- Campus
- Mount Helen (Ballarat) (VIC)
- Intl. Tuition
- A$42,000 (2027-28)
- Home Tuition
- A$4,908 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
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Course Overview
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The University at a Glance
- Student Population
- 12,478
- Staff Ratio
- 19.0:1
- International
- 32.0%
Career Prospects
- Employment Rate
- 75.0%
- of graduates employed
Costs & Living
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.
Entry Requirements
Admission notes
- Current Year 12 graduates Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status.
- Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks NDIS Work Screening Test Applications will be required to undertake a NDIS Work Screening Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- Mask Fit Testing Applicants will be required to complete mask fit testing prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- Recent Year 12 graduates Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status.
- Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks NDIS Work Screening Test Applications will be required to undertake a NDIS Work Screening Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- Mask Fit Testing Applicants will be required to complete mask fit testing prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- Applicants with Higher Education study Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status.
- Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks NDIS Work Screening Test Applications will be required to undertake a NDIS Work Screening Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- Mask Fit Testing Applicants will be required to complete mask fit testing prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- Applicants with VET study Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status.
- Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks NDIS Work Screening Test Applications will be required to undertake a NDIS Work Screening Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- Mask Fit Testing Applicants will be required to complete mask fit testing prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- Applicants with work and life experience Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status.
- Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Federation University Australia police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks NDIS Work Screening Test Applications will be required to undertake a NDIS Work Screening Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- Mask Fit Testing Applicants will be required to complete mask fit testing prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in any English. | Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
- Guaranteed ATAR: If you receive an ATAR of 60.00 or higher and complete all the requirements for this course, you will be guaranteed an offer.
- English language test selection All International applicants will need to meet the English Language Requirement to be considered for entry.
- English language proficiency Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency either by providing a written declaration that English is their primary language or evidence that they have achieved the minimum English language test results as specified in the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia's (NMBA) English language skills registration standard .
- VTAC will contact applicants for this course to advise them of the instructions to provide this declaration through their VTAC account.
- VET studies in Year 12 Applicants who have completed a Certificate III as part of their year 12 will be considered for this course.
- Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study.
- Overall maximum of 5 points.
- SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
- Guaranteed ATAR: If you receive an ATAR of 60.00 or higher and complete all the requirements for this course, you will be guaranteed an offer.
- English language test selection All International applicants will need to meet the English Language Requirement to be considered for entry.
- English language proficiency Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency either by providing a written declaration that English is their primary language or evidence that they have achieved the minimum English language test results as specified in the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia's (NMBA) English language skills registration standard .
- VTAC will contact applicants for this course to advise them of the instructions to provide this declaration through their VTAC account.
- VET studies in Year 12 Applicants who have completed a Certificate III as part of their year 12 will be considered for this course.
- Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study.
- Overall maximum of 5 points.
- SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- Minimum requirements Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program such as the Federation Access Studies Program (FAST) .
- SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- Minimum requirements Successful completion of a relevant VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
- SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- Minimum requirements Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies will not be eligible for entry into this program.
- Applicants in this category should consider a pathway program such as Federation Access Studies (FAST) .
- SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to Federation University Australia Equity schemes information and the Federation University Australia website
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 12,478
- Total students
- Staff Ratio
- 19:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 32%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- City Size
- Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Four seasons
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 8.5/10
- Transport
- Good (close to station or regional airport)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community
University Stats
Total Students12,478
Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1
International Students32%
Safety Index (indicative)8.5/10
Career & Outcomes
- Graduate Employment
- 75%
- Employed after graduation
Costs & Living Expenses
- Total Programme Cost
- A$126,000
- For full 3.0F/P
Estimated Annual Costs
Tuition (International)A$42,000per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Tuition (Home)A$4,908per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page