Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNS)

Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNS) at Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences is a three-year undergraduate program that develops professional nursing skills for patient care, healthcare management, and licensure in Nepal.

Description
Program purpose
Trains students in nursing theory, clinical practice, and professional healthcare management to produce competent, licensed nurses.
Delivery mode: on-campus, combining classroom learning, laboratory practice, and clinical rotations.
Assessment: continuous evaluation through practical, written, and clinical exams; graduates are eligible for the National Licensure Examination for Nurses (NLEN).

Curricular Structure (3 years, approximate)

Features
Three-year structured curriculum integrating theory and clinical practice.
Eligibility for government and institutional scholarships.
Preparation for national licensure and professional registration.
Affiliation with professional councils for accreditation and practice recognition.

Fee
Tentative total fee: NPR 518,000.

Admission process
Pass 10+2 Science or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, or equivalent diploma with certificate of equivalence.
Appear in MECEE-BL entrance examination.
Register with Nepal Health Professional Council or other relevant professional council as required.
Follow institutional admission guidelines and complete enrollment.

Job prospects
Registered Nurse in hospitals, clinics, and community health centers.
Healthcare professional in private and public sectors.
Specialized nursing roles in areas such as oncology, pediatrics, critical care, and public health.
Opportunities in teaching, research, and healthcare administration.