Undergraduate Nursing Degree
This is a basic nursing education program leading to a baccalaureate degree in nursing (BN). The program can be completed following one of two routes.
Four Year Option (8 semesters)
The Bachelor of Nursing (Collaborative) Program is a four-year degree that aims to prepare nurses to meet the challenges of health care today and into the future. Our program assists students to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to help people achieve and maintain health.
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2-Year or Fast Track Option (6 semesters)
The fast track option is an innovative program option which began in 2002. It allows students with an undergraduate degree or advanced academic standing to complete a BN degree in two years of concentrated study. The fast-track option was introduced in response to the increased demand for nursing graduates.
There are two locations in Newfoundland & Labrador offering the six semester Fast Track Option:
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Post Degree Programs
Post RN-BN Option
The Bachelor of Nursing (Post-RN) program is only offered through Memorial University’s School of Nursing. It is designed so that registered nurses can upgrade their education to the Bachelor’s level. The program is offered through distance education, making it accessible to all registered nurses in the province. A variety of media: print, videotapes, audiotapes, and teleconferencing is used in the program. For more details please contact Memorial University School of Nursing.
Master’s of Nursing
The Master’s of Nursing program is also offered through Memorial University’s School of Nursing. It is designed for students who wish to continue their nursing education at the graduate level. Students engage in advanced study and nursing practice, and work with faculty on research projects covering many aspects of the profession from administration to client care.