Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nursing
Our BS in nursing program is designed for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in healthcare. Through a rigorous curriculum blending theory and hands-on clinical experiences, students develop the knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation necessary to excel as professional nurses. Our faculty members, who are experts in their fields, provide mentorship and support to guide students through their academic journey.
This program is designed for individuals who want to become registered nurses. It takes about four years to complete and provides a comprehensive education in nursing theory, practice, and clinical skills. All nursing courses are aimed to prepare nurses to practice competencies, as determined by the Pakistan Nursing Council.
Duration:
Duration of Programe: 04 years, 8 semesters, 135 credits
Semesters Duration: 18 weeks, minimum teaching 16 weeks, exams 2 weeks
Average No of courses
Per semester: 4-6 (not more than 3labs/practical course /semester)
SCHEME OF STUDIES
FOR BS NURSING BASED ON SEMESTER WISE
Year 1 Semester I
|
Serial# |
Course Title |
Theory |
Clinical |
Skills/Lab |
Total Credit |
|
1 |
Fundamental of Nursing-I |
2.00 |
|
2.00 |
4.00 |
|
2 |
Microbiology |
2.50 |
|
0.5 |
3.00 |
|
3 |
Anatomy and Physiology-I |
3.00 |
|
|
3.00 |
|
4 |
Biochemistry for Nurses |
2.00 |
|
1.00 |
3.00 |
|
5 |
English-I |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
6 |
Computer Skills |
|
|
1.00 |
1.00 |
|
|
Total |
|
|
|
16.00 |
Year 1 Semester II
|
Serial # |
Course Title |
Theory |
Clinical |
Skills/ Lab |
Total Credit |
|
1 |
Fundamental of Nursing-II |
2.00 |
1 |
1.00 |
4.00 |
|
2 |
Anatomy and Physiology- II |
3.00 |
|
|
3.00 |
|
3 |
Community Health Nursing-I |
2.00 |
1.00 |
|
3.00 |
|
4 |
Applied Nutrition |
1.00 |
|
|
1.00 |
|
5 |
English-II |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
6 |
Islamiat* |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
7 |
Pak. Studies* |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
Total |
|
|
|
|
17.00 |
Year 2 Semester III
|
Serial # |
Course Title |
Theory |
Clinical |
Skills/ Lab |
Total Credit |
|
1 |
Adult Health Nursing I |
4.00 |
3 |
1.00 |
8.00 |
|
2 |
Pathophysiology I |
1.75 |
|
0.25 |
2.00 |
|
3 |
Health Assessment -I |
1.00 |
|
1.00 |
2.00 |
|
4 |
Pharmacology-I |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
5 |
Mathematics |
1.00 |
|
|
1.00 |
|
6 |
English-III |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
Total |
|
|
|
|
17.00 |
Year 2 Semesters IV
|
Serial # |
Course Title |
Theory |
Clinic al |
Skills/ Lab |
Total Credit |
|
1 |
Adult Health Nursing-II |
4.00 |
3.00 |
1.00 |
8.00 |
|
2 |
Pathophysiology II |
2.75 |
|
0.25 |
3.00 |
|
3 |
Health Assessment-II |
1.00 |
|
1.00 |
2.00 |
|
3 |
Developmental Psychology |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
4 |
Pharmacology II |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
5 |
English III |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
6 |
Nursing Ethics |
1.00 |
|
|
1.00 |
|
Total |
|
|
|
|
20.00 |
Year 3 Semesters V
|
Serial # |
Course Title |
Theory |
Clinical |
Skills/ Lab |
Total Credit |
|
1 |
Pediatrics Health Nursing |
3.00 |
3.00 |
1.00 |
7.00 |
|
2 |
Community Health Nursing -II |
2.50 |
2.50 |
1.00 |
6.00 |
|
3 |
Teaching/Learning : Principles and Practices |
3.00 |
|
|
3.00 |
|
4 |
English V |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
Total |
|
|
|
|
18.00 |
Year 3 Semester VI
|
Serial # |
Course Title |
Theory |
Clinical |
Skills /Lab |
Total Credit |
|
1 |
Mental Health Nursing |
3.00 |
3.00 |
|
6.00 |
|
2 |
Introduction to Biostatics |
2.50 |
|
0.50 |
3.00 |
|
3 |
Behavioral Psychology |
3.00 |
|
|
3.00 |
|
4 |
Epidemiology |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
5 |
English-VI |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
6 |
Culture, Health and Society |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
Total |
|
|
|
|
18.00 |
Year 4 Semester VII
|
Serial # |
Course Title |
Theory |
Clinical |
Skills/ Lab |
Total Credit |
|
1 |
Critical Care Nursing |
2.50 |
4.00 |
0.50 |
7.00 |
|
2 |
Introduction to Nursing Theories |
2 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
3 |
Leadership and Management in Nursing |
2.00 |
1.00 |
|
3.00 |
|
4 |
Nursing Research |
3.00 |
|
|
3.00 |
|
5 |
English VII |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
Total |
|
|
|
|
17.00 |
Year 4 Semesters VIII
|
Serial # |
Course Title |
Theory |
Clinical |
Tutoria l |
Total Credit |
|
1 |
Community Health Nursing-III |
2.00 |
3.00 |
|
5.00 |
|
2 |
Nursing Seminar / role transition |
2.00 |
|
|
2.00 |
|
3 |
Clinical Practicum |
|
4.00 |
1.00 |
5.00 |
|
Total |
|
|
|
|
12.00 |
SEMESTER PLAN
LIST OF ELECTIVES
Students are required to take courses from this list.
| Code | Title | CrHrs |
|---|
List of elective courses may be revised as per requirement.