Non-tuition fees
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Bachelor of Nursing IBNU
Item Description Approximate Cost $AUD Compulsory /Optional Comments Textbooks (8-10) $120 per textbook Optional Students can borrow through the library or purchase a copy through the University or another supplier UniSA Blue Shirt $60 Compulsory The blue & white pinstripe buttoned shirt with University logo from Valerie Travers Navy Trousers/Skirt $70 Compulsory Can be purchased from Valerie Travers or a preferred supplier (e.g. Target $30) Trousers must be of a professional cut (i.e. no skinny leg/low waist.) Cargo pants and shorts are not allowed. Skirts must be at least knee-length, no longer than mid-calf and have enough room for you to move freely. Skirts are to be worn with opaque black stockings (i.e. no ankle boots with socks). Black Shoes $100 Compulsory Footwear worn by students providing direct clinical care will:
- Meet WHS & IM requirements
- Provide full protection (i.e. closed tops, enclosed heel, no holes or vents)
- Be non-porous, (i.e. leather) easily cleaned and well maintained.
- Have slip resistant solesName Badge $8.50 Compulsory Name badges are blue and white with the University logo, student first name only and designation as a nursing or midwifery student. Name badges must be worn during every shift and must be clearly visible. Fob Watch $10 Compulsory Can be purchased from eBay Stethoscope $20 Compulsory Can be purchased from EBOS or BOC Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check $115.50
($63.25 Students)Compulsory Students are required to undertake a Working With Children Check through the Department of Human Services (DHS) Screening Unit.
Valid for 5 years
*Tertiary students on placements connected to their study pay a single fee no matter how many checks are needed, as long as the applications are submitted at the same time.Department of Human Services (DHS) Disability Services Employment Check $115.50
($63.25 Students)Compulsory Students are required to undertake a Disability services sector check through the Department of Human Services (DHS) Screening Unit.
Valid for 3 years
*Tertiary students on placements connected to their study pay a single fee no matter how many checks are needed, as long as the applications are submitted at the same time.National Police Certificate (NPC) (Valid for 3 years) $68.00
($48.75 conc.)Compulsory Students must undertake a police clearance prior to placement Immunisations $330 Compulsory Valid on Program entry
Approximate fee based on a student having none of the required immunisation: Chicken Pox: $71.50; Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis: $49.50; Hepatitis B & A: $93.50; Measles, Mumps and Rubella: $49.50; Poliomyelitis; $66
https://study.unisa.edu.au/siteassets/placements/cpu/unisa-student-immunisation-requirements-for-placement.pdfHepatitus B immunisation $27.50 Compulsory Influenza immunization $20 Compulsory Students must have an influenza immunisation every year whilst undertaking placements. A limited free service is provided by the University each year. Provide First Aid (Valid on Program entry) $190 Compulsory https://study.unisa.edu.au/student-placements-and-internships/nursing-health-medical-sciences/cpu/key-requirements/provide-first-aid/ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Annual Update (Valid for 12 months) $110 Compulsory https://study.unisa.edu.au/student-placements-and-internships/nursing-health-medical-sciences/cpu/key-requirements/provide-first-aid/ -
Bachelor of Midwifery IBMW
Item Description Approximate Cost $AUD Compulsory /Optional Comments Textbooks
•Paiman, S, Tracy, S, Dahlen, H, and Dixon, L (eds) 2018, Midwifery: preparation for practice, 4e (4th edn), Elsevier, Australia.
•de-Vitry Smith, S & Bayes, S, 2019, Skills for Midwifery Practice, Australiaand New Zealand edn, Elsevier, Chatswood, NSW.
•Rankin, J, 2013, Myles Midwifery Anatomy & Physiology Workbook, ChurchillLivingstone, Elsevier UK.
•Rankin, J 2017, Physiology in Childbearing, 4th edn, Elsevier Health Sciences.
•Faigley, L, 2013, Academic Skills for Nursing and Midwifery Students, 2nd edn,Pearson Australia, Australia.$700 - $800 Optional It is recommended that students purchase the required textbooks at the beginning of the Midwifery program.
Students can borrow through the library or purchase a copy through another supplier.
Each course will also require textbooks additional to the program textbook list.UniSA Blue Shirt $60 Compulsory The blue & white pinstripe buttoned shirt with University logo from Valerie Travers Navy Trousers/Skirt $70 Compulsory Can be purchased from Valerie Travers or a preferred supplier (e.g. Target $30) Trousers must be of a professional cut (i.e. no skinny leg/low waist.) Cargo pants and shorts are not allowed. Skirts must be at least knee-length, no longer than mid-calf and have enough room for you to move freely. Skirts are to be worn with opaque black stockings (i.e. no ankle boots with socks). Black Shoes $100 Compulsory Footwear worn by students providing direct clinical care will:
- Meet WHS & IM requirements
- Provide full protection (i.e. closed tops, enclosed heel, no holes or vents)
- Be non-porous, (i.e. leather) easily cleaned and well maintained.
- Have slip resistant solesName Badge $8.50 Compulsory Name badges are blue and white with the University logo, student first name only and designation as a nursing or midwifery student. Name badges must be worn during every shift and must be clearly visible. Fob Watch $10 Compulsory Can be purchased from eBay Stethoscope $20 Compulsory Can be purchased from EBOS or BOC Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check $115.50
($63.25 Students)Compulsory Students are required to undertake a Working With Children Check through the Department of Human Services (DHS) Screening Unit.
Valid for 5 years
*Tertiary students on placements connected to their study pay a single fee no matter how many checks are needed, as long as the applications are submitted at the same time.Department of Human Services (DHS) Disability Services Employment Check $115.50
($63.25 Students)Compulsory Students are required to undertake a Disability services sector check through the Department of Human Services (DHS) Screening Unit.
Valid for 3 years
*Tertiary students on placements connected to their study pay a single fee no matter how many checks are needed, as long as the applications are submitted at the same time.National Police Certificate (NPC) (Valid for 3 years) $68.00
($48.75 conc.)Compulsory Students must undertake a police clearance prior to placement Immunisations $330 Compulsory Valid on Program entry
Approximate fee based on a student having none of the required immunisation: Chicken Pox: $71.50; Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis: $49.50; Hepatitis B & A: $93.50; Measles, Mumps and Rubella: $49.50; Poliomyelitis; $66
https://study.unisa.edu.au/siteassets/placements/cpu/unisa-student-immunisation-requirements-for-placement.pdfHepatitus B immunisation $27.50 Compulsory Influenza immunization $20 Compulsory Students must have an influenza immunisation every year whilst undertaking placements. A limited free service is provided by the University each year. Provide First Aid (Valid on Program entry) $190 Compulsory https://study.unisa.edu.au/student-placements-and-internships/nursing-health-medical-sciences/cpu/key-requirements/provide-first-aid/ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Annual Update (Valid for 12 months) $110 Compulsory https://study.unisa.edu.au/student-placements-and-internships/nursing-health-medical-sciences/cpu/key-requirements/provide-first-aid/
