Program Goal
The overall goal of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is to produce competent professional nurses who are able to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and attitude to provide high-quality nursing care. Students will meet expected needs and expectations while promoting, maintaining, and restoring the health of individuals, families, and communities across simple and complex health situations.
Curriculum Design
The curriculum is dynamic, incorporating emerging health problems, changing health policies, and the latest advancements in health sciences. Designed for BNMC-recognized institutions, it includes:
Courses are sequenced from year one to four, progressing from simple to complex to steadily increase student competencies.
Course Titles
General & Foundation
| General Courses |
|---|
| • Behavioral Science |
| • Communicative English |
| • ICT (Information & Communication) |
| Foundation Courses |
| • Anatomy and Physiology Paper- I |
| • Anatomy and Physiology Paper- II |
Professional Courses
| Core Professional Subjects |
|---|
| • Fundamentals of Nursing (I & II) |
| • Medical & Surgical Nursing (I & II) |
| • Pediatric & Orthopedic Nursing |
| • Community & Psychiatric Nursing |
| • Emergency & Critical Care Nursing |
| • Midwifery (Paper I & II) |
| • Research & Nursing Management |
Grading Scale
| Marks Obtained (%) | Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 80% - 100% | A+ | 4.00 |
| 75% - 79% | A | 3.75 |
| 70% - 74% | A- | 3.50 |
| 65% - 69% | B+ | 3.25 |
| 60% - 64% | B | 3.00 |
| Less than 60% | F | 0.00 |
Program Overview
Duration
4 Years Compulsory
Total Hours
5,832 Hours
Internship
06 Months (Mandatory)
Academic Structure
- 52 weeks per academic year (44 weeks theory/lab/practice).
- 36 hours/week for theory & laboratory sessions.
- 48 hours/week for clinical practice sessions.
- Dual-term system (26 weeks per term).
Z.M Nursing College