Master of Science in Nursing - Prospective Students
Philosophy of the MSN Program
The purpose of the MSN program is to prepare graduates who: (1) are grounded in the core knowledge of the discipline of nursing; (2) are able to enact advanced roles in nursing practice, education, research and leadership; and (3) have substantive knowledge in a chosen domain of nursing practice. The program is geared to the promotion of evidence-informed practice in the many contexts in which master's prepared nurses influence the delivery of care, the advancement and application of knowledge and the evolution of policy.
In enacting its vision of "putting scholarship into practice" the UBC School of Nursing strives to produce graduates that are prepared to provide leadership in the nursing profession and in health care delivery. Beliefs upon which we base our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) curriculum include:
- Nurses prepared at the Master's level possess advanced knowledge and expertise in the discipline of nursing; in addition, they synthesize and apply concepts from related disciplines to engage in evidence-informed decision-making, practice and leadership.
- Nurses prepared at the Master's level are able to critically examine and appraise evidence, and engage in its dissemination and application to various contexts of nursing practice.
- Master's preparation in nursing should offer advanced study of and preparation for specific roles in nursing: advanced clinical practice, education, research, management and health policy.
- Students in Master's nursing programs enter learning experiences with knowledge and expertise in nursing practice, often in multiple contexts. They build upon this base of knowledge and expertise by critically examining evidence, synthesizing concepts and theories from nursing and related disciplines, and developing strategies for further inquiry and for promoting change and influencing policy.
- Graduates of the MSN program will be expected to demonstrate leadership and to influence nursing practice and health and social policies in ways that promote the health of client populations.
- Teachers in the Master's program share their knowledge and expertise derived from their research, education and practice scholarship. They promote student learning by acknowledging student diversity, recognizing nursing competence, valuing multiple learning styles and facilitating critical, reflective and innovative approaches to knowledge and its development.
Program Goals
Graduates of the MSN program will be prepared to:
- Promote and advance evidence-informed nursing practice in diverse health care settings.
- Contribute to the resolution of national and local health problems with a particular focus on nursing practice.
- Actively contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession.
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and expertise in a specialized area of nursing.
- Work to resolve complex health issues in a dynamic health care environment.
Program Design
The curriculum for the Master of Science in Nursing program is designed to reflect the strategic direction provided by Place and Promise: The UBC Plan, the mission and vision statements of the UBC School of Nursing, the emerging realities of health care, and the mandate of nursing in the provincial and Canadian contexts. The structure of the curriculum comprises core courses as well as role- and domain-related courses. This design reflects the faculty's belief that focused learning must rest on core values and key concepts and processes related to nursing theory, research and leadership.
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Graduates of the UBC School of Nursing MSN program are:
- knowledgeable about health care issues
- responsive to the changing health care needs of Canadian society
- prepared to assume leadership roles in nursing education, policy, administration, and clinical practice
- developers, interpreters and appliers of new knowledge generated to improve nursing practice
Students in the UBC School of Nursing MSN Program study with professors at the forefront of nursing education, practice and research. UBC is ranked in the top 40 of the world's best universities. Professors in the School have obtained millions of dollars in external research and career support funding for their cutting edge scholarship. Faculty members of the MSN Program are engaged in partnerships with community leaders in nursing education, administration, and policy.
Tuition
The following fees apply for Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents (Landed Immigrants)
Tuition fees are published yearly in the UBC Calendar. See this year's fee schedule.
Every student enrolled in the MSN program is required to maintain continuous registration by paying tuition instalments according to Schedules A (full-time option) or B (part-time option) (plus authorized student fees). Please note that these fee schedules have no bearing on the number of course credits that you complete each term. Those students who opt for Schedule B (the part-time option) are NOT eligible for government loans, interest-free status, scholarships, fellowships, and other awards. Candidates are not permitted to switch from Schedule B to Schedule A after the due date of the first instalment. The Faculty of Graduate Studies website contains more relevant information.
Full-Time Fees Schedule
The normal fee for the full-time master's degree is payable in three installments
per year for two years according to the schedule (plus authorized student fees).
If your degree program is not completed within two years, then your tuition assessments switch to a Continuing Fee for each subsequent year.
If your Master's degree is not awarded within a period of five years from your initial registration, you may be granted an extension with permission from the Faculty of Graduate Studies. For each year of extension, your tuition assessment will switch to an Extension Fee. Extensions beyond one year are highly unusual.
Part-Time Fees Schedule
The normal fee for the part-time fees schedule is payable in three installments
per year according to the schedule (plus authorized student fees). You will pay
a minimum of nine installments (plus authorized student fees).
If your degree program is not completed within three years, then your tuition assessments switch to a Continuing Fee for each subsequent year.
If your Master's degree is not awarded within a period of five years from your initial registration, you may be granted an extension with permission from the Faculty of Graduate Studies. For each year of extension, your tuition assessment will switch to an Extension Fee. Extensions beyond one year are highly unusual.
Additional Fees
Graduate students also are required to pay student fees regardless of credit load or their place of
residence. These fees may include athletics and recreation fees, a U-Pass, and Graduate
Student Society Fees.
For Academic Advisement
Dr. Geertje Boschma is the Advisor & MSN Program Coordinator. She will clarify program requirements, address questions of academic concern, and advise on matters of progression. Please telephone +001-604-822-7457 OR email: Geertje.Boschma@nursing.ubc.ca
For Application Support
Ms. Peggy Faulkner, Graduate Programs Records 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:
gro@nursing.ubc.ca
Graduate Programs Officer
School of Nursing
University of British Columbia
T201-2211 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver, BC
Canada
V6T 2B5
