The Bachelor of Nursing (BNurs) is a five-year full-time programme leading to an honours degree. The objective of the BNurs programme is to provide comprehensive and holistic nursing education and nurture generic nurses who will be able to work as competent practitioners in various health care settings.
The credit-based curriculum is broad-based and multidisciplinary, the learning outcomes will enable students to obtain knowledge through the study of different disciplines, and to develop an inquiring mind, interpersonal skills and an understanding of the socio-cultural context in which nursing is practiced in Hong Kong.
The degree programme emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, whilst comprehensive learning of clinical skills is under the supervision of experienced teaching staff.
What You’ll Study
The BNurs curriculum includes various courses with an aim to prepare students to be capable of working in different settings as nursing professionals.
The main areas covered are Nursing Core Courses, Nursing of Specialised Populations, Theoretical Foundations for Nursing Practice, Foundations in Nursing Research, Nursing Electives, Nursing Practica, Life Sciences, Clinical Pharmacology and Behavioural Sciences.
This curriculum structure also includes 1 Life Enrichment Learning Course.
Exciting Opportunities
Modes of Learning
The BNurs programme incorporates various teaching and learning strategies, e.g., problem-based learning; inter-professional team-based learning; audiovisuals; computer-assisted learning, demonstrations, field trips and educational visits to clinical agencies and community settings.
Clinical Practicum
Students will have the opportunity to learn and practice under the instruction and supervision of experienced teachers as well as registered nurses in all aspects of nursing – from basic to advanced complex care, in community and in comprehensive teaching hospitals.
Overseas Exchange Opportunities
The programme is designed to nurture nursing leaders with an international outlook. Students are provided with sponsorships to participate in overseas exchange programmes in top universities.
Professional Recognition
Graduates from the Bachelor of Nursing degree programme will be able to function independently to assess and appraise the health care needs of the community. Students who have satisfactorily completed all programme requirements will be eligible for direct registration as registered nurses with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong.
Career Prospects
Students who have satisfactorily completed all programme requirements will be eligible for direct registration as registered nurses with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong.