Honours

Completing an honours year in the School of Nursing and Midwifery is a challenging and satisfying experience that creates career opportunities in both academic and clinical settings. The Honours course is an opportunity to plan and implement a research project or a systematic review of existing literature under supervision. During the course you will gain skills in writing, research and information technology. The knowledge and experience you gain will contribute to the knowledge base for nursing practice. For BN (Hons) graduates who are interested in a career in research, achievement of a First Class or Second Class Division 1 Honours provides a direct entry to the PhD program. 

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You should apply for admission on-line: Apply Now

What is the program of study?

Course work

  • 2 units of study
Completion of a thesis
  • Research project  or
  • Systematic review

What is the study mode?

  • 1 year full-time  or
  • 2 years part-time
  • 80 credit points, including the two study units 

What are the entry requirements?

Eligibility for admission is based on the following:
  • Registration as a nurse under List A of register of the NSW Nurses’ Registration Board, or equivalent
  • Meet Average Admission Mark of 65 (Credit) or better throughout the course or better throughout the course of the Bachelor of Nursing (pass) degree
  • This criterion ensures candidates are capable of achieving the high standards required for BN (Hons) studies.  
  • In addition, applicants must have completed at least two research or equivalent units (subjects) at an undergraduate level
  • International applicants should contact UWS International for details of admission

How do I choose a supervisor?

The School reviews the area of interest in your application and then selects suitable supervisors who can mentor you within that area.
  • In your application let the School know your area of research interest
  • The School chooses two supervisors based on your interest

Who to contact for Honours advice? 

Please contact Professor Esther Chang
Director of Research
Honours Program & Higher Research Degree Coordinator
Parramatta Campus Room EH.G.23
Telephone: 02 9685 9046

Professor Chang encourages you to send her an email so that she can organise an appointment with you to discuss your options.

For more information about the Honours degree

Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)