Nursing Science (B.NSc.)

College of Basic Medical and Allied Sciences (CBMAS)

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.NSc.) program is committed to training professional nurses through learner-centered education, evidence-based clinical practice, impactful research, and community-oriented service. The program nurtures nurses who are caring, analytical, ethically guided, and committed to lifelong learning and leadership in healthcare delivery.

Rooted in the belief that nursing is both a science and an art grounded in holistic care, professional ethics, and evidence-based practice, the curriculum produces graduates who are well-prepared for modern healthcare systems and capable of functioning effectively in diverse and dynamic clinical environments.

The Bachelor of Nursing Science is a comprehensive four-year undergraduate program that combines rigorous academic study with extensive clinical training. Students engage in full-time study across eight semesters, progressing through carefully sequenced theoretical coursework and hands-on clinical rotations in various healthcare settings.

The program operates on a two-semester academic calendar and emphasizes practical application through mandatory hospital rotations, community-based clinical postings, and specialized ward experiences. What distinguishes this program is its integration of classroom learning with real-world healthcare environments, ensuring graduates develop both clinical competency and professional confidence.

Students benefit from clinical skill laboratories, simulation training, and mentorship opportunities that bridge the gap between theory and practice. The program’s commitment to evidence-based practice and research ensures graduates are prepared not only for immediate nursing practice but also for leadership roles and advanced specialization in their nursing careers.

Course detail

AWARD TITLE

B.NSc.

START DATE

September 2025

DURATION

5 years

STUDY MODE

Full-time

CAMPUS

Nigeria, Lokoja

Teaching and Learning

The program emphasizes hands-on learning and clinical competency development through:

Learning Methods:

  • Classroom lectures, simulations, and clinical skill laboratories
  • Hands-on hospital rotations and ward experiences
  • Group discussions, tutorials, and case-based learning
  • Community-based clinical postings
  • Independent study and guided mentorship
  • Research projects and seminars

 

Assessment Structure:

  • Continuous assessment (tests, quizzes, assignments)
  • Written examinations (MCQs, essays, OSCEs)
  • Clinical evaluations and practical demonstrations
  • Case study reports and patient care plans
  • Group presentations and research defense
  • Logbooks and performance in supervised clinical rotations

Modules

Students receive comprehensive training in nursing practice and healthcare delivery:

Core Subject Areas:

  • Fundamentals of Nursing Practice
  • Medical-Surgical Nursing
  • Maternal, Neonatal & Child Health Nursing
  • Community/Public Health Nursing
  • Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
  • Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, and Pharmacology
  • Health Assessment and Patient Care Planning
  • Nursing Ethics and Jurisprudence
  • Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice
  • Health Education and Promotion
  • Nursing Leadership and Management

 

Key Course Modules:

  1. Adult Health/Medical-Surgical Nursing I & II Comprehensive study of pathophysiology, assessment, and management of medical and surgical conditions. Covers pre- and post-operative care, fluid and electrolyte balance, pain management, wound care, infection control, and clinical practicum. Includes specialized care for immune system disorders, musculoskeletal conditions, burns, special senses disorders, reproductive system issues, nervous system disorders, endocrine conditions, emergency care, and perioperative nursing management.
  2. Maternal and Child Health Nursing Complete training in antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care, family planning, child growth and development, immunization schedules, and pediatric illness management. Covers neonatal resuscitation, breastfeeding, nutrition, community-based maternal care, normal midwifery practice, labor management, newborn care, family planning, and growth monitoring using evidence-based practices.
  3. Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing Introduction to psychiatry and mental health promotion, therapeutic communication, and nursing care for clients with depression, psychosis, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Includes DSM-IV TR multiaxial system usage, interpersonal skills development, mental health movement history, behavior management, therapeutic care approaches, and legal/ethical considerations in mental health practice.
  4. Community Health Nursing Epidemiology, health promotion, disease prevention, immunization, environmental sanitation, community diagnosis, and public health campaigns. Covers community needs assessment, primary health care program development, school health nursing, home care populations, program planning and evaluation, and application of nursing process in community settings.
  5. Nursing Research and Biostatistics Comprehensive training in research methodology, literature review, research design and proposal writing, data collection and analysis, result interpretation and presentation. Includes supervised research project completion and scientific report writing to develop evidence-based practice skills.
  6. Nursing Management and Leadership Organizational healthcare structures, leadership principles, delegation, quality assurance, health systems and policy, conflict resolution, and resource management. Covers management theories, decision-making, communication, interpersonal relationships, motivation, group dynamics, budgeting, documentation, and performance evaluation using scientific management approaches.

Career

Graduates of B.NSc. Nursing Science are eligible for diverse professional opportunities including:

Primary Career Paths:

  • Government and private hospitals
  • Community and public health centers
  • Mental health facilities
  • NGOs and international health organizations
  • Nursing education and research institutions
  • Specialized units (ICU, operating theatre, neonatal care)
  • Postgraduate nursing specializations (MSc, MPH, Advanced Nurse Practitioner)

 

Recent Employers and Partners Include:

  • Federal and State Teaching Hospitals
  • Faith-based and Private Medical Centers
  • World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, Red Cross
  • University Teaching Hospitals and Nursing Schools
  • Public Health Institutes and NGOs

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements:

  • Minimum of five (5) O’level credit passes at not more than two (2) sittings
  • Required Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Candidates applying for admission into 100 level undergraduate programmes must possess a minimum of five (5) ‘O’ level credit passes at not more than two (2) sittings in WASC, GCE, NECO or its equivalent. Awaiting result is also accepted.

  1. JAMB UTME result print-out.
  2. SSCE/NECO Result (Awaiting Result Accepted).
  3. Two Passport Photographs.
  4. A Letter of Sponsorship, stating the commitment to pay the prescribed fees.
  5. National Identification Number (NIN)
  6. A Reference Letter from a spiritual mentor, vouching for your character

Candidates applying for Direct Entry into 200 level must possess the following

  1. Jamb direct entry form
  2. A/L, IJMB, OND or NCE in the relevant courses.
  3. SSCE/NECO Result (Awaiting Result Accepted)
  4. Two Passport Photographs.
  5. A Letter of Sponsorship, stating the commitment to pay the prescribed fees.
  6. National Identification Number (NIN)
  7. A Reference Letter from a spiritual mentor, vouching for your character.

Fees and Funding

The course fees you’ll pay and the funding available to you depends on factors such as your nationality, location, personal circumstances and the course you are studying. Visit the links below to find the Undergraduate section.

 
More information

Find out about grants, bursaries, scholarships and living costs in our undergraduate taught fees and funding section.

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