Nursing
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc | On-Campus | find out | find out | find out | find out | find out |
About Nursing, BSc - at University of Alberta
Award: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Why study this program?
This four-year program gives you the most comprehensive training possible to prepare you for an exciting career in nursing. You will learn in a world-class clinical setting using the latest technology, including cutting-edge patient simulation. Hands-on training begins in your first semester and you will have the opportunity to complete several clinical placements throughout your degree.
With the collaborative program, you can choose to complete your degree on North Campus, or at one of our partner institutions: Red Deer Polytechnic, Keyano College, or Northwestern Polytechnic.
After your second year, you can apply to enter the BScN Honors Program, which is competitive and includes a research project.
We also offer a BScN Bilingual Program, a BScN After-Degree, a BScN Honors After-Degree program.
Why study at the University of Alberta?
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree is your pathway to becoming a Registered Nurse (RN), which opens doors to a variety of careers in nursing and beyond. The Faculty of Nursing at the University of Alberta is recognized as one of the top nursing schools in Canada - we are leaders in research and in practice, with many unique clinical placements available. The faculty is housed in the Edmonton Clinic Health Academy, a state-of-the-art health sciences teaching facility adjacent to the University of Alberta Hospital.
Entry requirements
Contact University of Alberta to find course entry requirements.
Why study at University of Alberta
- Ranked among the top 4 universities in Canada and top 100 in the world
- Guaranteed Tuition model, meaning your tuition does not increase during your program
- Each year, 25 students are awarded the President’s International Distinction Scholarship, worth up to CAN $120,000
- Co-op and paid work experience opportunities in many programs
- Guaranteed place in residence for first year students who apply by 30 April
- Graduates can apply for the three year Post-Graduation work permit, which allows you to work in Canada for up to 3 years
- Top 100 in the world for Graduate Employment outcomes