Information for Students
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Benefits of the Program
- The University of Saskatchewan, College of Nursing Program is a provincial university-based undergraduate program delivered in its entirety at each of the three main campuses (Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon).
- The College of Nursing is committed to a “Learn Where You Live” philosophy where portions of the program will be made available by distributed learning at some additional regional sites in Saskatchewan. Cutting edge technology is used to simulate real nursing practice situations to respond to the needs of Saskatchewan's population. This blend of state of the art technology and teaching will sharpen learning activities and prepare students to become registered nurses and leaders in the health care system.
- Be among visionaries who are building a future for better health at the University of Saskatchewan. With our rich history of delivering nursing education for over 70 years, the College of Nursing continues to deliver the highest quality of nursing education. In addition to the 4 year baccalaureate program (BSN), the College of Nursing offers: a Post Degree BSN Option; Continuing Nursing Education (CNE); a Master of Nursing Program (MN); a graduate level Nurse Practitioner (NP) Program; and a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing program (PhD).
- Leading in education that prepares the next generation of health professionals, College of Nursing students will work in interprofessional teams. As an undergraduate student in the BSN program you will have the opportunity to be part of ground breaking discoveries that change the lives of people living in Saskatchewan. The Nursing Program at the University of Saskatchewan offers the opportunity to study along side expert PhD prepared nursing professors with active nursing practice and research programs.
- Experience the synergy of learning cultural diversity competencies in partnership with First Nations, Aboriginal, Metis and Inuit communities, elders and our health science aboriginal student resources. Our Native Access Program to Nursing (NAPN) provides support for Aboriginal students.
- Embrace opportunities to create life changing connections through global health initiatives. International Clinical Experiences in countries such as Australia, Finland and the Philippines are offered as opportunities for senior practicum placements for selected interested students.
- Preparation to work on an Interprofessional team is emphasized in the College of Nursing undergraduate program. As a student in the College of Nursing Program you will benefit from interdisciplinary learning experiences with students in a variety of health sciences such as Medicine, Pharmacy, Nutrition, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine that are offered only at the University of Saskatchewan, and other disciplines such as Clinical Psychology, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, and Sociology, are offered at the University of Saskatchewan as well as at other universities in Saskatchewan where you may be taking your Pre Professional year. These interprofessional opportunities are included in the pre professional year and in courses throughout the nursing program.
- The Nursing Program at the University of Saskatchewan affords students the opportunity to become active members of communities of learning thereby enhancing learning experiences by creating an environment that celebrates knowledge, innovation, leadership, creativity, excellence, and interprofessional dialogue.
