BSc Nursing

BSc Nursing at Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences is a four-year undergraduate program that prepares students for professional nursing practice, licensure, and healthcare service roles in Nepal.

Description
Program purpose
Trains students in nursing theory, clinical practice, and healthcare management to develop competent, licensed nurses capable of providing patient-centered care.
Delivery mode: on-campus, integrated theory and clinical practice.
Assessment: continuous evaluation through practical, written, and clinical exams; successful graduates qualify for the National Licensure Examination for Nurses (NLEN).

Curricular Structure (4 years, approximate)

Features
Four-year structured curriculum combining theory, lab, 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 1,036,000.

Admission process
Pass 10+2 Science or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with minimum 50% marks or CGPA 2.4.
Equivalent A-Level or health science diploma holders with certificate of equivalence are eligible.
Registration with Nepal Health Professional Council, Nepal Pharmacy Council, or Nepal Ayurveda Council as applicable.
Appear in MECEE-BL entrance examination.
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 pediatrics, critical care, public health, and administration.
Opportunities in research, teaching, and policy advisory roles.