the BAchelor of nursing
Welcome to the world of undergraduate nursing
Congratulations on beginning your journey into one of the world’s most exciting, dynamic, and deeply rewarding professions! Whether you’ve just completed Year 12 or have returned to study after time away, the University experience is transformative —one that opens doors, challenges you to grow, and shapes your future in powerful ways.
At Career Collective, we’re here to guide you through your Bachelor of Nursing. Our team understands what it takes not just to pass, but to truly thrive—academically, clinically, and personally. We’re here to support and mentor students through the highs and lows of nursing education, and we know how to help you build the confidence, skills, and resilience needed for success.
Throughout your Bachelor program, you’ll rotate through a broad range of clinical environments, each offering unique insights and hands-on learning. From Aged Care to Emergency, Medical/Surgical wards to Community Nursing, and even high-acuity areas like ICU, every placement is designed to expose you to the core foundations of nursing practice while helping you discover where your passion truly lies.
Clinical placements are one of the most vital and memorable parts of your nursing degree. They can be incredibly rewarding, eye-opening, and at times challenging—and that’s exactly why they matter. Our team is industry-led, we’ve supported hundreds of undergraduate students through clinical placements, and we know what it takes to help you succeed!
At Career Collective, our goal is to help you make the most of these experiences—to feel prepared, supported, and empowered as you develop your professional identity as a future nurse.
career collective membership
Discover Career Collective Membership: the vibrant, all-in-one ‘go-to’ resource centre for every student!
Industry-led advice and guidance
Preparing for your graduate program
RUSON program information
Resume, interview and application advice
Hospital and Graduate program Open Day information
Grants and scholarships
Career events and much more!
the registered undergraduate student of nursing (ruson) program
Are you considering the Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing (RUSON) program during your undergraduate degree?
After successful completion of your first year of the Bachelor program, you are eligible to apply for the RUSON program at participating hospitals.
The RUSON program will provide you with invaluable paid nursing experience while you study, with pay rates matching the pay of most hospitality or retail venues.
Excited to apply for the RUSON program but not sure where to start—or don’t have a resume?
You will find a wealth of information regarding the RUSON program in our member’s portal or at Career Collective, we provide 1:1 career consultancy to help you confidently apply for the RUSON program if that’s the path you choose. We can support you in creating a standout resume, offer interview guidance, help you select your referees, and more.
Ready to take the next step? Click the link below to enquire about our 1:1 career consultancy appointment!