Master of Science in Nursing - Prospective Students

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The UBC School of Nursing strives to produce graduates who are prepared to provide leadership in the nursing profession and in health care delivery. The Master of Science in Nursing program prepares its graduates to enact advanced roles in nursing practice, education, research and leadership; based on a solid foundation in the core knowledge of the discipline of nursing and substantive knowledge of a chosen domain of nursing practice. Graduates of the program are well prepared to provide leadership in the delivery of care, the advancement and application of new knowledge and the evolution of health policy.

Students in the UBC School of Nursing MSN Program

study with professors at the forefront of nursing education, practice and research
are enrolled in a university that ranks among the top 40 of the world's best universities
have exceptional opportunities to be involved with cutting edge research programs of professors in the School who have strong research programs supported by external research and career support funding
engage with the School’s existing partnerships with community leaders in nursing education, administration, and policy
can select from a series of core and elective courses to design their personal focus and journey in learning
work closely with a faculty supervisor to enhance evidence-informed practice and to integrate knowledge in a final thesis

Academic Requirements:

The UBC Faculty of Graduate Studies sets the standard for Admissions requirements. For more information please visit www.grad.ubc.ca

The minimum admission requirements for the MSN Program include:

You must be a registered nurse with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Nursing
You must provide evidence of eligibility for registration with the College of Registered Nurses of BC. A current CRNBC practicing registration number is preferred
You must have a minimum GPA of 76% (B+) at third and fourth year levels
You must have first class standing (80% or above) in 12 credits or more of Nursing courses

To determine the academic requirements for a student with International credentials, click on this link http://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/application-admission/minimum-academic-requirements-international-credentials and then scroll down to the bottom of the page and then select a country to view the minimum requirements for admission required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

Application Deadline: January 31st 2013

The application deadline for September 2013 is January 31st 2013. Documents and applications received after this deadline will not be reviewed.

For Application Support

Mr. Drew St. Laurent, recruitment and graduate admissions officer will answer questions about the online application process, course registration, and course scheduling. Please telephone +001- 604-822-7446 OR facsimile +001-604-822-7466. Email: student.services@nursing.ubc.ca

Drew St. Laurent – Recruitment and Graduate Admissions Officer
School of Nursing
University of British Columbia
T201-2211 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver, BC
Canada
V6T 2B5

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