2016 Undergraduate courses Nursing & Midwifery Nursing Science Nursing Science Midwifery
JCU Global rank: Top 4% JCU is ranked in the top 4% of universities in the pre-eminent global rankings system, the Academic Ranking of World Universities. ARWU 2014 JCU is ranked in the top two Australian universities and top 30 in the world in Environmental Sciences and Ecology. 2014 US News and World Report and 2014 NTU global rankings Contents 5 reasons to study Nursing and Midwifery...2 A world of experiences from a university with a global reputation...3 Nursing... 4 Bachelor of Nursing Science... 8 Bachelor of Nursing Science-Bachelor of Midwifery... 10 Get ready - pathway programs...12 TAC...12 How to apply...13 Indigenous Health Careers Access Program... 14 What you need to know...15 JCU s Environmental Science and Management, Ecological Applications and Medical Microbiology had the highest performance rating of well-above world standard for Excellence in Research in 2012. Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) National Report 2012 new results to be released in late 2015 Five stars for job success Good Universities Guide 2015 In 2014, JCU was one of only two universities to receive the maximum number of citations awarded for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning. Australian Awards for University Teaching, Office for Learning and Teaching Important dates Careers markets Gold Coast Careers Expo Thursday 7 May Cairns Careers Expo Thursday 21 May Rockhampton Careers Expo Wednesday 3 June TSXPO Brisbane Saturday 18 Sunday 19 July Sunshine Coast Careers Expo Tuesday 21 July Townsville Careers Expo Monday 10 August Mackay Careers Expo Wednesday 12 August Open days Cairns campus Sunday 23 August Townsville campus Sunday 30 August 2016 study dates Cairns and Townsville Teaching period one 2016 (Semester one) Orientation 15 19 February Classes begin 22 February Mid-semester recess 18 22 April Classes end 27 May Teaching period two 2016 (Semester two) Orientation 18 22 July Classes begin 25 July Mid-semester recess 26 30 September Classes end 28 October James Cook University: Highest cited research institution in the world for coral reef science. ISI Essential Science Indicators 2008-2013 1
5 reasons to study Nursing and Midwifery 1. Nursing and Midwifery provides opportunities for challenging work that is personally, professionally and financially rewarding. 2. Nurses work to promote and restore health, prevent illness and minimise suffering. They have opportunities to specialise in many areas including emergency, mental health, paediatrics and oncology. 3. Midwives can work in hospitals, birthing centres, community centres and privately, in women s homes. 4. Nursing and Midwifery graduates are highly valued and the qualifications are highly portable. 5. It s possible to do paid work in hospitals and other healthcare facilities while studying. A world of experiences from a university with a global reputation Our campuses in Cairns and Townsville are in the heart of northern Queensland, adjacent to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and the wet and dry tropics. Each campus offers a vibrant study experience with award-winning teachers and modern facilities. You will benefit from small group teaching, extensive clinical training, and a superior learning location. Our teaching has a unique regional focus that you will not find anywhere else in Australia. Our new $44m Clinical Practice Building is located on campus in Townsville and provides medical and health students with a primary centre for clinical practice work involving public patients. Whether you study in Cairns, Townsville, or in a regional area you will experience extensive hands-on clinical practice and develop specialist knowledge in the areas of rural, remote and tropical health during your placements. Our study centre in Mackay is located in new cutting-edge research and teaching facilities based in the Mackay and Mater hospitals and provides an authentic learning experience for our medical, nursing and dentistry students. Nursing students can also study at JCU s Mount Isa Centre for Rural and Remote Health, which offers courses with a special emphasis on rural, remote and Indigenous healthcare. JCU Thursday Island opened in 2003 and offers learning facilities for nursing and education students based in the Torres Strait region. In 2015, the JCU Townsville City campus was opened in the heart of Townsville City, in Flinders Street. The campus provides a unique and progressive blend of teaching and study space, as well as meeting, networking and consultation facilities, where advanced design, technology and ongoing support services on-site all add to the quality of the environment and study experience. Plans are in place for JCU to also have a Cairns City campus providing similar facilities and opportunities as those available at the Townsville City campus. Our third main campus is located in Singapore. The campus offers both international and Australian JCU students the opportunity to study in South-East Asia s thriving commercial, technological, financial and academic hub. Our campus in central Brisbane, operated by Russo Higher Education, provides quality undergraduate courses to international students, on behalf of JCU. Many of our students have the option to study overseas with one of more than 30 JCU exchange partner universities around the world. James Cook University is committed to building strong and mutually beneficial partnerships that work towards closing the employment, health and education gap for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our students come from many backgrounds, promoting a rich cultural and experiential diversity on campus. We acknowledge the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters where we operate our business. We honour the unique cultural and spiritual relationship to the land, waters and seas of First Australian peoples and their continuing and rich contribution to James Cook University (JCU) and Australian society. We also pay respect to ancestors and Elders past, present and future. Kassandra Savage (JCU Alumni), Coming Together and Respecting Difference, acrylic on canvas, 2014, 90cm x 90cm. 2 Enquiries 1800 246 446 jcu.edu.au 3
Nursing Bachelor of Nursing Science A day in the life of a nurse is varied, challenging and rewarding. Nurses are respected professionals who make a difference every time they go to work. A Bachelor of Nursing Science from JCU prepares you for nursing practice with a unique regional focus that you will not find anywhere else in Australia. Our Bachelor of Nursing Science degree (pre-registration) is offered in a variety of study modes and locations: Cairns Mackay Mount Isa Thursday Island Townsville External online delivery, with limited attendance on campus (Townsville and/or Cairns, dependent on your subject choices). Wherever you choose to study, you will have the opportunity to specialise in one of three areas: evidence-based practice, mental health nursing or rural and remote health. You will build your skills through practical experience starting in your first semester of study and increasing into your final year. All three years include professional placements and clinical observations, to help you transition to your new career as a registered nurse. You will learn about: The distinctive needs of northern Queensland s under-served and tropical populations Distance and remote delivery of healthcare and nursing Regional and rural mortality rates across all age groups Medical experiences and facilities in Indigenous communities Specialised care in hospital and community settings. This course is accredited by the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). Bachelor of Nursing Science (Post-Registration) If you hold current registration as a registered nurse with AHPRA, you can apply to enrol in our Bachelor of Nursing Science (post-registration) course, which leads to an internationally recognised degree that will broaden your career options. It takes just one year of full-time study to complete, and part-time study is available. Please note that you must provide evidence of registration with your QTAC application. We offer this course in Cairns, Mackay, Mount Isa, Thursday Island and Townsville, and also through off-campus (external mode). Bachelor of Nursing-Bachelor of Midwifery The Bachelor of Nursing-Bachelor of Midwifery is a joint degree, offered on campus in Townsville, which takes four years (full time) to complete. You gain practical work experience which includes 47 weeks of clinical placements, and you will graduate with the skills to work as both a registered nurse and registered midwife. Visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/nursing 4 Enquiries 1800 246 446 jcu.edu.au 5
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Bachelor of Nursing Science Nursing Nursing is one of the world s most respected professions. As part of the healthcare team, nurses are essential to the community s health and wellbeing, and play a critical role in delivering safe and quality care to patients. As a nurse you will not only apply up-to-date knowledge and skills but also be compassionate, caring, a good communicator, flexible and able to take initiative. In return, nursing offers good pay and conditions, varied roles and work settings, and great opportunities for career advancement. Course highlights Nursing at JCU has a distinctive rural, regional and tropical focus that you will not find anywhere else in Australia. The course offers: Unique skills: Gain valuable experience in rural and remote health settings and understand the health needs of diverse communities including those of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Early clinical experience: Develop clinical skills right from your first year with placements in our network of partner hospitals, health centres and community facilities around northern Queensland. First-class practical skills: With over 800 hours of professional experience placements throughout your course, you ll graduate with work-ready skills for a range of health settings in cities, towns or remote regions. 8 Enquiries 1800 246 446 jcu.edu.au Quality teaching: Many teaching staff are active researchers. JCU is home to the Centre for Nursing and Midwifery Research, and the WHO Collaborating Centre for Nursing and Midwifery Education and Research Capacity Building. Career development: Once you are working as a registered nurse you can enhance your education qualifications with our Honours or postgraduate courses. Career opportunities There is a high demand for registered nurses in Australia, and the employment rate is expected to grow very strongly.* Nurses work in hospitals and many other settings including community health centres, industry, health care agencies, schools, the defence forces, government departments and non-government agencies such as the Red Cross. With further study you can become a specialist nurse in, for example, emergency, mental health, aged care, oncology, community health, rural and remote health or in health policy, research, management, education and workplace health and safety. Course overview Along with core studies in applied science, physiological systems and pharmacology, you will develop skills in communication, assessment of clients, planning and implementing nursing interventions, and the management and evaluation of nursing care. You ll undertake 800 hours of supervised professional experience clinical placements in many areas which may include medical, surgical and gerontology units, maternity, critical care, mental health facilities, drug and alcohol services, and Aboriginal Australian and Torres Strait Islander communities. You can choose from majors in Evidence Based Practice, Mental Health Nursing, or Rural and Remote Health. You can study Nursing Science at any of our sites (Cairns, Townsville, Mt Isa, Mackay, Thursday Island) or externally. Professional recognition The course is accredited with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). You will also be eligible for membership of the Australian College of Midwives and the Australian College of Nursing. For detailed information please visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/nursing * Joboutlook.gov.au Course overview CAMPUS: MODE DURATION MIDYEAR ENTRY: Yes Cairns, Townsville, Mount Isa, Mackay, Thursday Island, External On campus and external 3 years full time OP/RANK: 19/60 on campus, External 15/67 QTAC CODES: Cairns: 326031; Mackay: 336031; Mount Isa: 346031; Thursday Island: 356031; Townsville: 316031; External: 316139 PREREQUISITES: AQF LEVEL: 7 English; also recommended Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics. FURTHER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Successful applicants require Hepatitis B immunisation, current Queensland First Aid and CPR certificates plus a Suitability to Work with Children (Blue Card) and an Australian Federal Police check before undertaking placement. It is recommended that these requirements be completed by the end of your first semester/teaching period. ALTERNATIVE ENTRY PATHWAYS Pathway programs are available if you do not have the course prerequisites - see page 12. For Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, JCU offers the Bachelor of Nursing Science [Indigenous Health Careers Access Program] - see page 14. COURSE STRUCTURE For detailed information on subjects and course structure, visit jcu.edu.au/2016/nursing HONOURS An Honours degree option is available for high-achieving students who wish to pursue academic and research careers. It involves an additional year of full-time study and includes a research project. I chose to study Nursing because I wanted a career where I could help people. I was attracted to JCU because the School of Nursing and Midwifery has a solid reputation and the Cairns campus offers a beautiful study environment. If you are passionate about your study, people within the Nursing school will help you achieve your best. Some of our clinical placements had me working in a range of settings around Queensland, which was very exciting as it gave me hands-on experience with tropical health issues. Evan Casella Bachelor of Nursing Science 9
Bachelor of Nursing Science Bachelor of Midwifery Midwives work in partnership with women to provide continuity of midwifery care throughout pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period. Midwives consider it a privilege to be part of a woman s experience when a new life is welcomed into her family. This unique role, while demanding, is extremely satisfying. If you re interested in nursing as a career, then you might have considered studying midwifery. If you re a caring person, fascinated by the birth process and want to work with women, then you may be suited to midwifery. Course highlights JCU s Bachelor of Nursing Science-Bachelor of Midwifery degree has an emphasis on tropical health issues and health care for rural, remote and Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Highlights include: Extensive practical experience: You will develop clinical skills from your first year and complete a total of 47 weeks of supervised clinical placements in our network of partner hospitals, health centres and community facilities around northern Queensland. You will graduate with work-ready skills for a range of health settings in cities, towns and remote regions. 10 Enquiries 1800 246 446 jcu.edu.au Combined qualification: With skills in nursing and midwifery, you will be qualified to register as both a nurse and a midwife on successful completion of the course. Career opportunities Employment prospects for midwives are expected to grow strongly as the large number of midwives over 45 years of age begin to retire.* As a midwife you can work in a range of settings including hospitals, clinics and community health centres, as well as non-government and development organisations such as the Red Cross. Course overview JCU s Bachelor of Nursing Science-Bachelor of Midwifery degree is based on a philosophical foundation of woman and person-centered care. The course combines humanistic approaches of care and applied science studies with hands-on clinical experience. Our Bachelor of Nursing Science-Bachelor of Midwifery prepares you to be competent in critical decision making and collaboration with other members of the health care team, and be able to carry out technical procedures and to offer both nursing and midwifery care in hospitals and community settings. You will learn about cultural perspectives that will help you provide appropriate care in diverse and underserved communities, including Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Professional recognition The Bachelor of Nursing Science-Bachelor of Midwifery degree is accredited with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). *Joboutlook.gov.au Course overview CAMPUS: MODE DURATION Townsville On campus MIDYEAR ENTRY: Not available OP/RANK: 9/82 QTAC CODES: 317122 PREREQUISITES: AQF LEVEL: 7 4 years full time or 5 years part time (only Year 1 is available part time - by negotiation) English; also recommended Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics FURTHER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Successful applicants require Hepatitis B immunisation, current Queensland First Aid and CPR certificates plus a Suitability to Work with Children (Blue Card) and an Australian Federal Police check before undertaking placement. It is recommended that these requirements be completed by the end of your first semester/teaching period. ALTERNATIVE ENTRY PATHWAYS Entry pathways are available if you do not have the course prerequisites. Find out more on Page 12 COURSE STRUCTURE For detailed information on subjects and course structure, visit jcu.edu.au/2016/nursing I love the hands-on, practical side of JCU s Midwifery course. While employed as an Indigenous Health worker, I was encouraged by other health professionals, including a midwife, to study at university. I always wanted to further my education but wasn t sure in what area. They suggested I do a short, maternity health-care course designed to skill nurses and health workers in remote areas. I did the course and loved it, so I applied to QTAC and was accepted at JCU. I love the hands-on, practical side of JCU s Midwifery course. I am learning about assessing a woman through the stages of labour, the techniques required to help her, and the newborn examination. It is a miracle how a baby is formed and watching that new life being born. JCU has great lecturers who are very informative and their depth of knowledge inspires me to reach the same level. Melissa Henaway Bachelor of Nursing Science-Bachelor of Midwifery 11
Get ready - pathway programs How to apply Diplomas The Diploma of Higher Education is a good starting point if it s been a while since you studied or you don t have the entry qualifications for your course. It is also a recognised AQF Level 5 qualification in its own right. The Diploma is your pathway into many of our Bachelor degrees and takes only one year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) to complete. The Diploma offers several study areas to choose from. The Diploma of Higher Education (Health) is the pathway option to choose if you if you have not achieved the grade of Sound Achievement or better in Queensland Year 12 maths or chemistry to gain for entry to your chosen health degree at JCU. The Diploma of Higher Education (Health) provides you with much more than an online course can offer. As a student studying on campus in Cairns or Townsville you ll get all the support you need, we will help you map a realistic career path and you ll experience what life at university is like, so you ll be ready to step up to an undergraduate degree. The course combines core subjects to prepare you for university-level study with foundation health and science subjects. On successful completion of the Diploma of Higher Education (Health) you can graduate with the Diploma and may receive advanced standing towards some health degree programs at JCU. Please call the Student Centre for further details. Phone: 1800 246 446. Visit: jcu.edu.au/diploma Your first degree is known as an undergraduate degree. A Bachelor degree, a Bachelor Honours degree and a Diploma are all undergraduate qualifications. We welcome applications from school leavers, those who are back from their gap year, already in the workforce or just looking for new opportunities. You can also transfer to JCU if you are currently studying at another university. All applications for undergraduate degrees at JCU are made through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). Exceptions are for international students. You can visit the QTAC website for full details about the application process, or get a copy of the QTAC Guide from Queensland newsagents. Visit: qtac.edu.au You can select up to six courses in order of preference the QTAC website gives you information on prioritising your choices. You can also visit the JCU website to discover more about what courses we offer. Help is available if you need it, just contact the JCU Student Centre on 1800 246 446. The QTAC entry process has several offer rounds, giving you the opportunity to change preferences or accept an offer. All successful applicants receive offer advice by email. In addition, you can check if you have an offer at QTAC s current applicant online service. Any employment of more than six months full time may also assist in giving you entry to a diploma or degree. Previous employment doesn t need to be related to the course you are applying for. If you need help then please contact the JCU Student Centre on 1800 246 446. Get prepared - Bridging subjects Bridging subjects are designed to fill any gaps in your knowledge. We offer maths and chemistry bridging subjects that can be studied on-campus in Cairns and Townsville. You may need to enrol in a bridging subject if you have not achieved the grade of Sound Achievement or better in Queensland Year 12 maths or chemistry. You will need to check the entry requirements for your course on the JCU website. Visit: jcu.edu.au/2016/courses TAC We also offer a tertiary access course, known as TAC. TAC* gives you the confidence to become a university student, even if you didn t finish high school. It provides you with preparatory academic skills and knowledge. You ll work in small class sizes with friendly staff to help you start your journey. TAC is free (for eligible applicants) and, if taken full time, can be completed in six months. Please call the Student Centre for further details. Phone: 1800 246 446. *TAC is subject to minimum numbers 12 Enquiries 1800 246 446 jcu.edu.au 13
Indigenous Health Careers Access Program (IHCAP) JCU is committed to increasing the number of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in our medicine and health courses, and we are committed to helping you succeed. The Indigenous Health Careers Access Program (IHCAP), coordinated by the Indigenous Health Unit, is an alternative pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who do not meet the entry requirement of their chosen health course. The program is designed to provide access, build skills and strengthen capabilities of students for successful study at university. Dedicated IHCAP officers and academic advisors provide you with academic and social support services. This program is the only one of its kind in northern Queensland and offers an orientation course held on our Townsville campus in January 2016. IHCAP is a pathway program for the following degrees: Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences Bachelor of Dental Surgery Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (Clinical) Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Bachelor of Nursing Science Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Bachelor of Pharmacy Bachelor of Physiotherapy Bachelor of Speech Pathology Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science Bachelor of Veterinary Science. When you submit your application to QTAC, you simply nominate JCU as a first preference for the health course of your choice and indicate that you are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. Staff from our Indigenous Health Unit will contact you regarding your study options. Further information is available from the Indigenous Health Unit, please visit: jcu.edu.au/ihu What you need to know If you gain entry to your course, you will participate in practical or professional placements in clinics and health centres from Year 1. There are mandatory requirements before you can undertake a placement and the sooner you can organise these once your place is confirmed, the better: - A valid Suitability to Work with Children Card (Blue Card), issued by the Public Safety Business Agency (PSBA) www.bluecard.qld.gov.au - Evidence of Hepatitis B immunisation - Current First Aid and CPR Certificate - Australian Federal Police national check apply at: www.afp.gov.au Placements can take place across Queensland and Australia. You need to be prepared to relocate for placements and be aware there are costs for travel and accommodation. Practical experience and clinical placements may take place over weekends. 14 Enquiries 1800 246 446 jcu.edu.au 15
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