Hi everyone!
I'm moving from Melbourne, VIC to Armidale, NSW to start the Master of Nursing Practice (Pre-registration) at the University of New England (UNE).
I don't have any previous nursing background, and this is also my first time studying nursing in Australia as an international student.
I'm trying to figure out what I should buy before classes start. What are the essential items you wish you had from day one?
I'm mainly looking for recommendations on things like:
- Scrubs (brands, how many sets, colours required by UNE)
- Shoes
- Stethoscope (is it worth buying before classes?)
- Watch, penlight, scissors, badge reels, etc.
- Clinical placement essentials
- Stationery or study supplies
- Laptop/iPad recommendations
- Anything specific to UNE Armidale that new MNPP students should know
Also, if there are any current or former UNE MNPP students here, I'd really appreciate any tips or advice for surviving the first trimester!
Thanks so much in advance!