PC. B. SC NURSING

Post Basic B.Sc. degree in Nursing is a broad based education aimed to build upon the skills and competencies acquired at the diploma in nursing level. It is specifically directed to the upgrading of critical thinking skills, competencies and standards required for practice of professional nursing and midwifery as envisaged in National Health Policy The course is intended to enable the graduates:

Assume responsibilities as professional, competent nurses and midwives at basic level in providing promotive, preventive, curative, and rehabilitative services

Make independent decisions in nursing situations, protect the rights of and facilitate individuals and groups in pursuit of health, function in the hospital, community nursing services, and conduct research studies in the areas of nursing practice. They are also expected to assume the role of teacher, supervisor, and manager in clinical/public health settings.

ELIGIBILITY:

A candidate seeking admission must :

i) hold a diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)

ii) be a registered nurse

iii) have a minimum of two years experience in a hospital or community health nursing.

iv) have passed pre university examination in arts/science/commerce conducted by Department of Pre University Education, Karnataka State or its equivalent recognized by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.

v) No candidate who is above 48 years of age on 31st December of the year of admission shall be eligible.

vi) be medically fit

vii) have good personnal and professional record.

DURATION OF STUDY

The course of study shall be for two academic years from the date of commencement of term notified by the university.

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION

English shall be the medium for the course as well as for the examination.