M.Sc. Nursing

Aims

The aims of the postgraduate nursing programme are to: Aim of the postgraduate programme in nursing is to prepare graduates to assume responsibilities as Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Practitioners, Consultants, Educators, Researchers and Administrators in a wide variety of professional settings.

Objectives

On completion of the 2 year M.Sc. Nursing programme, the graduates will be able to:

• Apply the concepts, theories and principles of nursing science.
• Demonstrate competencies in nursing practice.
• Practice as Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• Establish collaborative relationship with the members of other disciplines.
• Assume leadership in various care settings.
• Participate in health planning, implementation and evaluation at different levels of health care system.
• Function as effective nurse educators and nurse managers.
• Conduct independent nursing research and utilize the research findings in nursing practice and education.
• Critically evaluate various educational programmes in nursing.
• Demonstrate interest and positive attitude in continuing education for personal and professional growth.