University of Southern Queensland update (Bachelor of Nursing language proficiency adjustment, writing score reduced, both Toowoomba campus and Ipswich campus have September intake places)

Greetings from UniSQ!

An important update regarding the English entry requirements for our Bachelor of Nursing program, aligned with the latest NMBA English language skills standards.

Key changes

· Reduction of the writing component score from IELTS 7.0 to 6.5 (or equivalent)

· Update of the IELTS 7.0 equivalent PTE score from 65 to 66, and IELTS 6.5 equivalent from 58 to 56

· Extension of the test result validity period for combined sittings from 6 to 12 months

· Addition of the Cambridge English test to the list of accepted language tests

Spots are available at both the Toowoomba and Ipswich campuses in September. Please apply soon to secure a spot!

About usBachelor of NursingProgramThere is an important update regarding the English entry requirements for the Bachelor of Nursing program, which aligns with the latest English language proficiency standards of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board (NMBA).

The main changes are as follows:

• The IELTS writing component score requirement has been reduced from 7.0 to 6.5 (or equivalent)
• The IELTS 7.0 equivalent PTE score has been updated from 65 to 66, and the IELTS 6.5 equivalent PTE score has been updated from 58 to 56
• The validity period of combined test results has been extended from 6 to 12 months
• Addition of Cambridge English test scores to the list of accepted language tests

CurrentlyThere are September intake spots available at both the Toowoomba and Ipswich campuses, please apply as soon as possible to secure your spot!

Book a training session

2025 International Program Guide

2025 Scholarship 15% tuition fee deduction