A nursing degree is a comprehensive educational pathway designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in the field of healthcare. It integrates both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for providing high-quality patient care. The nursing department offers two distinguished degrees: the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Master of Science in Adult Critical Care Nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN), the student will have the following competencies and be able to: • Integrate knowledge, skills and values from the liberal arts, sciences, humanities and nursing theories to provide holistic, competent and safe care for individuals, families and communities within a multicultural society. • Utilize the nursing process (assess, diagnose, plan, implement, evaluate) as a framework in caring for individuals, families, communities and populations across the health care continuum in diverse settings. • Appraise and synthesize evidence-based practice guidelines and research findings to improve patient outcomes. • Demonstrate effective therapeutic and inter-professional communication in the provision of high-quality safe nursing care. • Use health informatics and patient care technology in the management of patient care. • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals by working dependently, independently and interdependently to deliver patient-centered care to individuals, families, and communities. • Implement effective leadership and management skills including motivating employees and self-mentoring, conflict management, introducing change, decision-making and delegation responsibilities. • Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for life-long learning and professional skills. • Employ ethical principles, legislations, and regulations related to nursing practice in the UAE and globally.
Graduates holding a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. N) have abundant employment opportunities, fueled by the significant demand for nurses both locally in the UAE and globally. These graduates typically work as general nurses, delivering direct healthcare to individuals, families, and communities. Furthermore, they have opportunities to pursue diverse roles across nursing practice, education, leadership, management, and research.
Accredited by the Accreditation Agency in Health and Social Sciences (AHPGS).
Award
BSc
Duration
4 years
Qualification
BSc
Subject Area
Health Sciences
AED 62,500/yr
Apply online through the University of Sharjah admissions portal. The undergraduate application fee is AED 360 and is non-refundable; applicants to the Colleges of Medicine and Dental Medicine pay AED 1,500 to be considered in the competitive process.