Darwin University 2026 Nursing Course Opening Time

Please see the following updates from Charles Darwin University.

I. 2026 Nursing Application Opening Time

Bachelor of Nursing and Master of Nursing Practice, Pre-registration

• will open for applications on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 12:00 PM (ACST)Open for applications
• Applications may close quickly once quotas are filled!
• ExpectedMaster of NursingAfter receiving sufficient applications,may close as early as Tuesday morning, September 23,close immediately

II. Application Requirements

1. Master of Nursing Practice, Pre-registration

• Due to limited places and high demand, only complete applications that can be assessed for unconditional offers will be accepted.
• Priority will be given to applicants with undergraduate or master's backgrounds in nursing, health, or related fields.
• For applicants with non-relevant higher education qualifications but with relevant certificate-level study or at least 1 year of full-time relevant work experience, they will only be considered if quotas are not filled.
• Applicants should upload a short note or include a comment in their application specifying: hope to be considered for the Casuarina, Sydney, or both campuses.

2. Bachelor of Nursing

• The Bachelor of Nursing follows the standard application process and offers a 20% scholarship to international students.
• Course information: https://www.cdu.edu.au/study/course/bachelor-nursing-wnur02

Key Dates at a Glance

• Open for applications: Monday, September 22, 2025, at 12:00 PM (ACST) (StudyLink)
• May close: as early as Tuesday, September 23, 2025 (only for the Master of Nursing, if quotas are filled)

We are delighted to announce that applications for Charles Darwin University’s Bachelor of Nursing and Master of Nursing Practice (Pre-registration) will open in Studylink at 12:00 PM (ACST) on Monday, 22 September 2025.

Applications may close quickly if quotas are filled. Please note that we anticipate the Master of Nursing may close as early as Tuesday morning, 23 September once sufficient applications are received.

Information Session

To support you and your students, Emily and I will host a Nursing Webinar on Thursday 18 September at 2:00 PM (AEST). This onshore focused information session will answer your questions and provide a step-by-step guide on submitting a successful application.

Registration is essential. Please register here:https://charlesdarwinuni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_u_GzKBruSbGUWlPVEBgmVw

Application Requirements

Master of Nursing Practice (Pre-registration)

• Due to limited places and high demand, only complete applications that can be assessed for unconditional offers will be accepted.
• Priority will be given to applicants with Nursing, Health, or cognate prior qualifications at a Bachelor or Master level.
• Applicants with non-relevant higher qualifications but relevant Certificate-level study or professional experience (at least 1 year full-time) may only be considered if quotas are not filled.
• Applicants should upload a short note or include a comment in their application specifying whether they wish to be considered for Casuarina, Sydney, or both campuses.
• To check requirements, please currently see the ‘Domestic’ page athttps://www.cdu.edu.au/study/course/master-nursing-practice-pre-registration-snppr2or refer to the Bachelor of Nursing requirements athttps://www.cdu.edu.au/study/course/bachelor-nursing-wnur02while we update the website.

Bachelor of Nursing

The Bachelor of Nursing will follow the standard application process and will include a 20% scholarship for international students. Bachelor of Nursing information is available athttps://www.cdu.edu.au/study/course/bachelor-nursing-wnur02

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