We are widely recognised as the training institution of choice in New Zealand, with all clinical programmes accredited by the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
The School of Nursing at the University of Auckland was established in 1999 to improve the health of New Zealanders through the clinical and professional excellence of our graduates. We strive to be the school of choice within Auckland and nationally in respect to specialised nursing programmes. Our school is guided by three strategic positions:
1. Creating future leaders in nursing and the health sector
We deliver undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to create nursing leadership in clinical, professional and health organisational contexts. The Bachelor of Nursing programme prepares new nurses for the profession, while our postgraduate programmes prepare graduate nurses for positions such as clinical specialists and nurse practitioners with prescribing roles.
See the Bachelor of Nursing programme.
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2. Linking our teaching with research centres and programmes
Our clinical and professional specialty courses reflect the research programmes and centres within the school. Our teaching is research-based, with research-driven evidence underpinning clinical teaching. Course coordinators draw on research colleagues to deliver lectures based on their current research. Students at all levels are given the skills to identify and apply evidence in their nursing practice.
3. Teaching programmes characterised by clinical excellence
Our programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels offer a broad base in nursing and are responsive to our stakeholders. A characteristic of the school is that clinical specialist nurses are actively involved in the teaching of clinical courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. A strength is our location within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences as it allows us to draw from expertise outside the School of Nursing. For example, academics from the School of Pharmacy teach prescribing courses and our students can undertake a variety of specialty and multidisciplinary courses.
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Bachelor of NursingBNurs
Our BNurs provides students with an unparalleled clinical education in an interprofessional environment which prepares them for a life as a registered nurse.Apply now for Bachelor of Nursing
Programme overview
The BNurs curriculum reflects our multifaceted healthcare system, presenting a interprofessional view of patient care.
During your studies you will be involved in clinical practice blocks and research based-clinical projects. These are designed to develop your critical thinking and practical knowledge.
The topics range from mental health nursing and older persons’ health, to child and family healthcare, Māori and Pacific health, medical and surgical nursing, management, and leadership in nursing.
After successful completion of the BNurs, graduates may apply for registration as a comprehensive nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
Programme structure
- The BNurs is a six semester programme, comprised of three parts (360 points).
- It is structured to include a foundation year (Part I), where students study biological, physical and social sciences alongside other health professional students (105 points).
- You are also required to complete one course (15 points) from the General Education Schedule.
- Year Two (Part II) has two core courses: Nursing Clients with a Pathophysiological Problem (60 points) and Nursing in Mental Health, Addictions and Disability (60 points).
- Year Three (Part III) has two core courses: Child and Family Health Nursing (60 points) and Professional Nursing Practice (60 points).
- Clinical learning experiences are central to the overall purpose of the BNurs, so students will be immersed in a variety of clinical settings through years two and three.
- Clinical settings include acute and chronic health care facilities, inpatient and outpatient clinics, and institutional and community health agencies, along with primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare services.
Postgraduate study options
Explore postgraduate study options in nursing.Explore your options
Postgraduate orientation
Postgraduate students are offered nursing-specific orientation across our clinical sites.About orientation
Postgraduate handbook
Find your postgraduate handbook here.View handbook