Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Nursing graduates register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and work across acute care, community health, mental health and specialist nursing roles in NHS trusts, private healthcare and international health systems.

Summary based on information from the university.

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Student life (indicative)

Online offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

The University at a Glance

Student Population: 37,480
Staff Ratio: 18.0:1
International: 24.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate: 72.0%; of graduates employed
Placement Year: Available; Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition: See fee page →
Home Tuition: A$14,046; per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m 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 VTAC Personal Statement All applicants must complete and submit a La Trobe University Veterinary Nursing Personal Statement . Applicants must include details of: Why they want to study veterinary nursing, and specifically the Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing? Describe their relevant animal and veterinary related experience/qualifications. Describe scenarios where they have demonstrated multitasking and organisational abilities. Describe any community involvement, leadership and teamwork activities that they have participated in. Applicants are also required to submit any supporting evidence (including evidence of prior studies) and/or letters of support at time of application. Recent Year 12 graduates VTAC Personal Statement All applicants must complete and submit a La Trobe University Veterinary Nursing Personal Statement . Applicants must include details of: Why they want to study veterinary nursing, and specifically the Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing? Describe their relevant animal and veterinary related experience/qualifications. Describe scenarios where they have demonstrated multitasking and organisational abilities. Describe any community involvement, leadership and teamwork activities that they have participated in. Applicants are also required to submit any supporting evidence (including evidence of prior studies) and/or letters of support at time of application. Applicants with Higher Education study VTAC Personal Statement All applicants must complete and submit a La Trobe University Veterinary Nursing Personal Statement . Applicants must include details of: Why they want to study veterinary nursing, and specifically the Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing? Describe their relevant animal and veterinary related experience/qualifications. Describe scenarios where they have demonstrated multitasking and organisational abilities. Describe any community involvement, leadership and teamwork activities that they have participated in. Applicants are also required to submit any supporting evidence (including evidence of prior studies) and/or letters of support at time of application. Applicants with VET study VTAC Personal Statement All applicants must complete and submit a La Trobe University Veterinary Nursing Personal Statement . Applicants must include details of: Why they want to study veterinary nursing, and specifically the Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing? Describe their relevant animal and veterinary related experience/qualifications. Describe scenarios where they have demonstrated multitasking and organisational abilities. Describe any community involvement, leadership and teamwork activities that they have participated in. Applicants are also required to submit any supporting evidence (including evidence of prior studies) and/or letters of support at time of application. Applicants with work and life experience VTAC Personal Statement All applicants must complete and submit a La Trobe University Veterinary Nursing Personal Statement . Applicants must include details of: Why they want to study veterinary nursing, and specifically the Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing? Describe their relevant animal and veterinary related experience/qualifications. Describe scenarios where they have demonstrated multitasking and organisational abilities. Describe any community involvement, leadership and teamwork activities that they have participated in. Applicants are also required to submit any supporting evidence (including evidence of prior studies) and/or letters of support at time of application. | Current Year 12 graduates Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Bridging and enabling courses Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade. Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the La Trobe University Prerequisites page. Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript to VTAC. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or any Science equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 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 La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Recent Year 12 graduates Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you: are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) have no prior secondary school (Year 12), Vocational Education and Training (VET) studies, Higher Education (HE) studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program. Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page for further information. ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Bridging and enabling courses Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade. Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the La Trobe University Prerequisites page. Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript to VTAC. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or any Science equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 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 La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with Higher Education study Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you: are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) have no prior secondary school (Year 12), Vocational Education and Training (VET) studies, Higher Education (HE) studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program. Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page for further information. Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Bridging and enabling courses Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade. Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the La Trobe University Prerequisites page. Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript to VTAC. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . 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 La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with VET study Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you: are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) have no prior secondary school (Year 12), Vocational Education and Training (VET) studies, Higher Education (HE) studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program. Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page for further information. Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Bridging and enabling courses Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade. Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the La Trobe University Prerequisites page. Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript to VTAC. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . 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 La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with work and life experience Interview Applicants may be required to attend an interview. Details will be provided by telephone or mail to applicants required to attend. Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you: are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) have no prior secondary school (Year 12), Vocational Education and Training (VET) studies, Higher Education (HE) studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program. Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page for further information. Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Bridging and enabling courses Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade. Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the La Trobe University Prerequisites page. Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript to VTAC. Regional Adjustment Applicants whose residential address is classified as RA2 or higher using the Australian Statistical Geographic Standard - Remoteness Area (ASGS-RA) (2021) qualify for a regional adjustment. For more information, refer to the La Trobe University's Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme (RRSAS) . 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 La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language or at least 20 in English other than EAL
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry or any Mathematics. Non-Year 12 prerequisites Successful completion of VCE or equivalent
OR successful completion of a Certificate IV or Diploma in Veterinary Nursing or a Diploma in an animal studies related area
OR successful degree level study
OR at least 2 years industry related experience.

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

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Campus & City Life

Student Population: 37,480; Total students
Staff Ratio: 18:1; Students per staff
International Students: 24%; Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size: Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative): Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative): 7.8/10
Transport: Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene: Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

Online offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

What Students Love

Outdoor & nature activities
Great café culture
Thriving student social scene
Beach lifestyle

University Stats

Total Students37,480

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1

International Students24%

Safety Index (indicative)7.8/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment: 72%; Employed after graduation
Placement Year: Available; Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)