Year One Te Puawai Tiaki Ritenga Tūturu: Fundamentals of Nursing Care Tīmatanga Mahi Mātanga: Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice Whānake ā Tangata ā Hinengaro: Human Development and Psychology for Nursing Practice Tiaki Hāere Tonu: Nursing Practice: Continuing Care Oranga a Hāpori: Community Wellness Pūtaiao: Science for Nursing Year Two Rangahau Mātāpono: Principles of Research for Nursing Practice Tiaki Hauora Tuatahi: Nursing Practice: Primary Health Care Tiaki Pōnānā: Nursing Practice: Inpatient and Ambulatory Care Mate a Tīnana a Hinengaro: Pathophysiology and Pharmacology Plus ONE of: Te Puawai 2 Hauora ā Hinengaro ā Kahungatanga: Addictions and Mental Health for Nursing Ārai Whakapokenga: Infection control for Health Care Practice Older Persons Health Year Three Hauora ā Hinengaro: Nursing Practice: Mental Health Ngā Hiahia Uaua: Nursing Practice: Complex Needs Kōkiri Mahi Mātanga: Advancing Professional Practice Mahi Whakawhiti: Transition to Practice

To gain entry to the Bachelor of Nursing course you must be: 17 years of age or over a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or have the requisite visa for study purposes, and able to demonstrate adequate literacy and/or numeracy skills to meet all academic and health and safety requirements of the course. Academic Entry Criteria For domestic applicants under 20 years old: University Entrance as per New Zealand Qualification Authority specifications, OR Evidence of recent study (within the last five years) at Level 4 or higher on the NZQF. For applicants 20 years old and over: Demonstrated academic ability (at NZQA Level 4 or equivalent, within the last five years) to undertake the undergraduate nursing degree and have the ability to succeed through personal attributes, work and life experience. Other Requirements Applicants who have had a criminal conviction at any time in the past must declare the circumstances in confidence to the Head of Department, Nursing. All accepted applicants will be required to provide a Ministry of Justice conviction check on entry and prior to completing the degree to demonstrate they are “fit for registration” as a nurse. Two character references are required (these should be from persons in positions of trust such as; an employer, Teacher, Pastor, Kaumatua or Kuia. References from family, friends or work colleagues will not be accepted). Confirmation of acceptance on to the Bachelor of Nursing is subject to submission of the following documents prior to the start of the course: Current comprehensive First Aid Certificate Evidence of immunity as identified by the department Letter regarding physical and mental health status from a GP or Practice Nurse Information Session/Interview You’ll be invited to an information meeting prior to Toi Ohomai offering you a place. This is your opportunity to find out more about the course content and to make sure you're on the most appropriate course for your career aspirations and current level of experience. Standard Entry Criteria Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS IELTS academic score of 6.5 in all bands