Post Basic Bachelor of Science (BSc) In Nursing

Overview

The aim of the undergraduate Nursing program at the Post Basic level is to upgrade the diploma (G.N.M.) to prepare a competent nurse to provide care in all aspects as a teacher, supervisor & manager in a clinical/public health setting.

The annual examination for each year shall ordinarily be held in the month of May/June on such dates as may be fixed by the University. For failed/re-appear candidates, a supplementary examination shall be held in the month of November/December or on such other dates as may be fixed by the university. The candidate for appearing in the annual examination must have the following:

• Has been on the college roll for one academic year preceding the examination.
• Have good character.
• Attendance should not be less than 80% (irrespective of the kind of absence) in the theory & clinical practical in each subject for appearing for examination. Candidate must have 100% attendance (including 20 days summer vacation,10 days winter vacation & 10 days sick leave ) in each of the clinical practical areas before the award of the degree. Provided such deficiency is removed within one year of completion of examination.
• Should be medically fit.
• Has his/her name submitted to the University by the Principal of the college.
• The Principal of the college shall have the authority to condone shortage of attendance in theory only to the extent of 10%.
• Every candidate shall be examined as prescribed in the syllabi by the University from time to time.
• Practical examination should be conducted before the theory examination if possible.

Eligibility

• Candidate seeking admission to Bachelor of Sciences in Nursing (Post Basic) must have passed the Intermediate of 10+2 or an equivalent examination recognized by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot.
• Obtained a certificate in General Nursing and Midwifery and registered as RNRM with the State Nurses Registration Council. A nurse, trained before the implementation of new integrated course besides being registered as a nurse with State Nurse Registration Council, shall produce evidence of having been trained in any one of the following requisite training approved by Indian Nursing Council for a similar duration in lieu of Midwifery.
• Provided she/he produces a :
  Certificate of good moral character issued by the Principal of the college /school last attended.
  Medical fitness certificate.

Minimum Education