Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program Structure
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is designed to prepare students for a career in nursing. CON program will consist of the following:
| 1. General Education Requirements : | The BSN program usually has a series of courses. These courses cover English, Arabic, UAE society, Technology in Health and E‐Health, and Communication Skills. General education provides a well‐rounded educational foundation. The General Education was created to meet national and international standards while ensuring the Program's ongoing development. The GE is a 22‐credit program with specific credit hours allotted to each course. |
| 2. General Health Care : | Before entering the core nursing courses, students will need to complete specific prerequisite courses in subjects such as anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology. These courses provide essential background knowledge for nursing practice. |
| 3. Nursing Core Courses : | The core of the BSN program consists of nursing‐specific coursework. |
| 4. Nursing Clinical Courses : | Hands‐on clinical experience is crucial to a BSN program. Students typically spend significant time in healthcare settings, applying the knowledge and skills they have learned in the classroom. Clinical rotations may occur in hospitals, clinics, long‐term care facilities, and other healthcare settings. |
| 5. Research : | The CON BSN program emphasizes the research process & the role of the professional nurse in designing, utilizing, & conducting research by introducing the student to various principles of clinical research. It also introduces basic concepts of biostatistics as the basis for the understanding of the research findings & applications. |
| 6. Clinical Summer Elective Course : | The CON BSN program will offer elective courses or specialization options, allowing students to explore specific areas of interest within the healthcare field. |
After completing a BSN program, graduates are eligible to take the Nursing license examination and become registered nurses. They can pursue various nursing career paths, including hospital roles, clinics, schools, public health agencies, research institutions, and more. Some graduates pursue advanced nursing degrees, such as a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).