NURBN3105 Research in Nursing Practice and Quality Improvement

This unit will explore the intersection of their practical nursing experiences and current research, enhancing their ability to critically analyse and apply research evidence in clinical settings. Students will focus on evaluating clinical practices, interpreting research findings, and incorporating ethical and professional standards into patient care. Students will explore the principles of research design and examine how evidence informs practice in diverse healthcare settings. The unit aligns with the Registered Nurse Standards for Practice and incorporates key regulatory frameworks, including the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards, Aged Care Quality Standards, and National Health Priority Areas. By the end of the unit, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to confidently use evidence to support clinical decision-making to enhance patient outcomes and promote best practice. The unit also reinforces the NMBA Code of Conduct, ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the Nursing and Midwifery Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Curriculum Framework to support culturally safe and accountable practice.

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Credit points

EFTSL

0.125

Band

Band 1

Field of Education

General Nursing (060301)

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $592
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $592

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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