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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Advanced Entry)

Study load:

Full-time

Duration:

2 Years (4 Semesters)

Mode:

Online

Credit:

Minimum of 120 Credits

Awarding University:

Nile University of Science and Technology
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OVERVIEW

The BSc Nursing (Advanced Entry) programme is designed for qualified nursing professionals who have successfully completed a three-year Diploma in Nursing at NVQ Level 6 and wish to progress to a recognised bachelor’s degree.

Through the Advanced Entry and Credit Transfer pathway, eligible students can complete the programme over four semesters, with a fast-track route that may allow completion within one year, subject to approved credit exemptions and academic requirements.

The programme is delivered fully online through live Zoom lectures, making it well-suited to working nurses and healthcare professionals. Lecture recordings support flexible learning, revision, and continued professional development.

The degree is awarded by Nile University of Science and Technology, a UGC-recognised foreign university.

With nursing continuing to be a highly sought-after profession, this qualification can support graduates seeking to strengthen their academic profile and pursue career progression opportunities in Sri Lanka and internationally, including Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and the Middle East**, subject to the professional registration, licensing, and regulatory requirements of the respective country.

Programme Learning Outcomes (SLQF Level 6)

Upon successful completion of the BSc in Nursing (Advanced Entry), graduates will be able to:

  • Advanced Nursing Knowledge and Clinical Decision-Making : Demonstrate advanced and integrated knowledge of nursing and healthcare sciences, including medical-surgical nursing, mental health, paediatric, geriatric, maternal, newborn and family healthcare, and critically analyse patient information to make evidence-informed nursing decisions and propose appropriate solutions to complex healthcare needs.
  • Professional Nursing Practice and Patient-Centred Care: Apply advanced nursing knowledge, clinical reasoning and professional judgement to deliver safe, ethical, holistic and patient-centred care across the lifespan, while integrating principles of medication safety, nutrition, disease prevention, health promotion and multidisciplinary healthcare practice.
  • Leadership, Communication and Professional Responsibility: Demonstrate effective leadership, teamwork, communication, teaching and management competencies within healthcare environments, exercising professional accountability, ethical responsibility and sound decision-making while responding effectively to changing healthcare and organisational needs.
  • Research, Evidence-Based Practice and Lifelong Learning: Critically evaluate scientific and professional evidence, apply appropriate research methodologies, analyse and interpret healthcare information, and undertake an independent research project to support evidence-based nursing practice, continuous professional development and lifelong learning.

Graduate Progression Pathways

Academic Advancement and Professional Excellence

Graduates of the BSc Nursing (Advanced Entry) programme are equipped to progress into higher-level academic study and pursue professional nursing opportunities in both local and international healthcare settings.

Integrated Academic & Career Pathways

    • Advanced Academic Progression
      Progress to MSc Nursing programmes or other postgraduate qualifications in nursing, healthcare, public health, healthcare management, and related disciplines, supporting further specialisation, research, leadership, and academic development.
    • Local & Global Nursing Opportunities
      Strengthen career prospects across Sri Lanka and international healthcare markets, including Europe, the Pacific region, the Middle East, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, in areas such as clinical nursing, community healthcare, elderly care, maternal and child health, healthcare management, and nursing education, subject to the professional registration, licensing, and regulatory requirements of the respective country.

PROGRAM

Modules are subject to change in line with academic and industry requirements.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have successfully completed a three-year Diploma in Nursing at NVQ Level 6 from a recognised institution.

Programme Investment

At Eurasian Campus, we strive to provide accessible and flexible payment options to support students in pursuing internationally recognized higher education.

Fee Structure

Registration Fee:
Rs. 5,000 (one-time payment)

Course Fee:
Rs. 360,000

Flexible Payment Plan

Students may settle the course fee through a convenient monthly instalment plan:

Rs. 30,000 × 12 Months

This flexible structure allows students to manage their financial commitments while continuing their academic journey.

International Student Registration

All registered students will receive International Student Registration, which includes:

  • Official Student ID Card
  • Student Registration Letter

These documents are issued through Nile University of Science and Technology, a university recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

 

Fees once paid are non-refundable and non-transferable, in accordance with institutional financial policies and regulations.

How to Apply

Required Documents

Your application must include certified copies of the following documents:

  1. Scanned copy of National Identity Card (NIC) or Passport
  2. Scanned copies of previous academic qualifications and transcripts
  3. Proof of payment

Application Steps

  1. Choose your preferred programme.
  2. Review the entry requirements and confirm your eligibility.
  3. Prepare the required supporting documents.
  4. Submit your application online, or contact our admissions team for guidance.

Admissions Support

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