Bsc Nursing
A Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Nursing course typically lasts 4 years. The program is designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical clinical experience to prepare students for a career in nursing.
Candidates must have completed 10+2 (Higher Secondary/Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognized board.
Science stream is mandatory with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) as core subjects.
English is often a required subject.
Minimum Marks: Most institutions require at least 50% aggregate marks in PCB. For reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC), the minimum marks may be relaxed (usually 45%).
Year 1: Basic Sciences and Fundamentals of Nursing
Anatomy and Physiology
Biochemistry
Nursing Foundations
Introduction to Nursing
Basic Nursing Skills
Nursing Ethics and Professionalism
Microbiology
Psychology
Sociology
Nutrition
English and Communication Skills
First Aid and Emergency Care
Introduction to Nursing Research
Year 2: Nursing Practice and Advanced Subjects
Medical-Surgical Nursing I
Nursing care for adult patients with medical and surgical conditions
Pharmacology
Nursing Pathology
Health Assessment
Community Health Nursing I
Child Health Nursing
Psychiatric Nursing
Introduction to Research in Nursing
Communication in Nursing
Year 3: Advanced Nursing and Specialized Care
Medical-Surgical Nursing II
Advanced nursing care for patients with complex conditions
Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing
Care of mothers and newborns, prenatal and postnatal care
Community Health Nursing II
Health promotion and prevention in the community
Pediatric Nursing
Nursing care for children and adolescents
Nursing Management and Leadership
Mental Health Nursing
Nursing Research Methods and Statistics
Nursing Informatics
Year 4: Clinical Practice and Preparation for Professional Role
Clinical Practice
Extensive hands-on training in hospitals and clinics
Nursing Administration
Health care systems, policies, and nursing management
Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing
Nursing Education
Teaching and training techniques for nursing students
Ethics and Legal Aspects of Nursing
Internship/Practical Training
Research Project
Final project or dissertation on a relevant nursing topic