Overview

The Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNSc) program at Elrazi Medical University equips students with the knowledge, skills, and professional competence to become licensed nurses registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. This patient-centered program blends theoretical instruction with hands-on clinical practice, preparing students to excel in diverse healthcare settings.

Our students learn under the guidance of highly qualified nursing faculty, supported by experienced professionals from various disciplines. The program offers access to state-of-the-art simulation labs and clinical facilities, where students develop essential skills such as patient assessment, nursing diagnoses, care planning, implementation, and evaluation. Advanced practical sessions include the use of interactive models to simulate care for critically ill patients, ensuring graduates are confident, skilled, and practice-ready.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the BNSc program at Elrazi Medical University are prepared to pursue rewarding careers in healthcare, locally and internationally. The program’s philosophy emphasizes the development of academically and clinically competent nurses who deliver exceptional care. Graduates can explore a wide range of professional opportunities, including:

Professional Roles:

• Registered Nurse: Provide holistic patient care, administer treatments and medications, and educate patients and families on health management.

• Nurse Practitioner: Diagnose and manage patient conditions, prescribe medications, and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.

• Clinical Nurse Specialist: Offer expert care in specialized areas such as pediatrics, oncology, or critical care, while providing guidance and education to healthcare teams.

• Nurse Educator: Teach nursing programs, develop curricula, and lead staff training initiatives in academic or healthcare institutions.

Work Settings:

• Hospitals: Deliver direct patient care, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure optimal clinical outcomes.

• Community Health Centers: Provide primary care services to underserved populations and promote community well-being.

• Long-Term Care Facilities: Support patients with chronic or complex conditions in nursing homes and rehabilitation centers.

• Home Healthcare: Deliver personalized care and educate families on managing health conditions at home.

Graduates are also encouraged to explore entrepreneurship and healthcare innovation, establishing their own practices or contributing to healthcare startups. With a strong foundation in clinical practice, research, and healthcare leadership, graduates of our Nursing program are poised to make a meaningful impact on global healthcare.

Program Learning Outcomes

The BNSc program at Elrazi Medical University is structured to ensure students acquire comprehensive knowledge and practical expertise throughout their five-year study period:

Year 1 – Freshman

• Mathematics for Health Sciences

• General and Organic Chemistry (with practical sessions)

• Physics and Mechanics (with practicals)

• General Biology I–IV

• English and Communication Skills

• Introduction to French I & II

• Statistics for Health Sciences

• Use of Library, Study Skills, and ICT

• Nigerian Peoples and Culture

Year 2 – Sophomore

• Gross Anatomy (Upper & Lower Limbs, Thorax, Abdomen, Pelvis)

• Histology I & II, Embryology

• Physiology: Cellular, Blood & Immunology, Gastrointestinal, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Genito-urinary

• Foundations of Nursing I & II

• Clinical Nursing Practice I & II

• Biochemistry and Practical Sessions

• Medical Microbiology and Parasitology

• Developmental Psychology

• Introduction to Computers & Applications

• Entrepreneurship and Innovation

• Philosophy, Logic, and Human Existence

Year 3 – Junior

• Neuroanatomy and Special Senses

• Neurophysiology and Excitable Tissues

• Cellular Pathology & Cytology

• Pharmacology: Systemic and Chemotherapy

• Medical-Surgical Nursing I & II (Theory and Practicum)

• Community Health Nursing I & II

• Maternal and Child Health Nursing I & II

• Nutrition and Dietetics

• Nursing Ethics and Philosophy

• Medical Psychology and Sociology

• Environmental Health and Peace & Conflict Resolution

• Venture Creation

Year 4 – Senior

• Management of Nursing Care Services

• Research Process I & II

• Curriculum Development & Teaching Methodology

• Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing I & II

• Medical-Surgical Nursing III & IV (Theory and Practicum)

• Maternal & Child Health Nursing III (Theory and Practicum)

• Medical Jurisprudence

• French Language III

Year 5 – Senior

1. Nursing Informatics

2. Community Health Nursing III & IV (with Practicum)

3. Maternal & Child Health Nursing IV (with Practicum)

4. Occupational Health Nursing

5. Paediatric Nursing

6. Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing III

7. Health Economics

8. Dermatology Nursing

9. Intensive Care Nursing

10. Research Project

The BNSc program at Elrazi Medical University ensures that graduates are not only clinically competent and globally competitive but also capable of innovating and leading in healthcare settings, shaping the future of nursing in Nigeria and beyond.