Nursing resources
Find your nursing course structures, textbook and uniform links, library guides and placement information (including mandatory documents and inherent requirements) in one convenient spot.
Semester dates
First years follow the standard Federation academic calendar, but second and third years start four weeks earlier. This makes it easier to break each semester into dedicated teaching, assessment and placement blocks. Placements are scheduled after the six-week coursework block and assessments are finished.
2026 semester dates for first years:
Semester 1 starts 2 March
Semester 2 starts 20 July
2026 semester dates for second and third years:
Semester 1 starts 27 January
Semester 2 starts 22 June
If you're jumping straight into second year as an enrolled nurse, you'll have a special Orientation day the week before classes start.
2026 semester dates for first years:
Semester 1 starts 2 March
Semester 2 starts 20 July
2026 semester dates for second and third years:
Semester 1 starts 27 January
Semester 2 starts 22 June
If you're jumping straight into second year as an enrolled nurse, you'll have a special Orientation day the week before classes start.
Find your course structure
Your timetable
After you're enrolled, you'll use mySchedule to submit your timetable preferences and make adjustments. The platform will open early for all Nursing students – make sure you note the key dates so you don't miss out.
Before classes start
Ordering items through School Locker is quick and easy. Select ‘Subjects’, choose your semester, search by unit code, add items to your cart and complete the checkout process.
It's compulsory to wear the official Federation uniform when you're on placement. You'll find everything you need at Fedstore. Drop by if you're on campus or order online.
Before you go on placement, you’ll need to upload a set of mandatory documents to InPlace. Some of these can take 6–12 weeks to organise, so best start early.
There are some attributes, skills and abilities that you must have in order to complete your degree, such as cognition, communication, strength and mobility.
Placement
Attendance
There’s a 100% attendance requirement for on-campus labs (uniforms must be worn) and an 80% attendance requirement for online classes and tutorials. If you’ve chosen blended delivery, most of your training will be online but you’ll have to attend some on-campus study blocks.
Re-accreditation
The Bachelor of Nursing is currently going through a re-accreditation with ANMAC and the NMBA. This happens every five years. The outcome will affect students starting in 2026. Grads have always been eligible for AHPRA registration, but until re-accreditation is confirmed, we can’t guarantee the course will lead to nurse or midwife registration in Australia.
Library subject guides
Our librarians have made researching easier by grouping all of your discipline resources together (including ebooks, textbooks, websites and free image libraries). You'll also find handy search and referencing tips.
Nursing subject guide
Nursing subject guide
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