Master in Science Nursing
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About the Course
A 2-year program offered at Padmashree Institute of Nursing, affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, that prepare the student to practice across all health care settings. The course of study combines the theory and the practice of nursing, with general education in the humanities and behavioral, biological, and physical sciences. These serve as a core for the development of the nursing major.
The M.Sc. Nursing program offers students experience in major settings where health care is delivered. As a M.Sc. Nursing graduate, you have the greatest opportunity for advancement. Master’s Degree in nursing program that prepares you for leadership, management and more independent roles, such as clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner, educator and researcher. A M.Sc. Nursing is preferred and often required for military nursing, case management, public health nursing, overseas/development nursing, forensic nursing and school nursing. The Indian Nursing Council and Karnataka Nursing Council recognize this course offered at Padmashree.
Duration : 2 years
Accreditation | Masters of Science in Nursing |
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G.O | AKUKA 412 MPS 2007 Dated: 27.06.2008 |
INC | 02/FEB/2009-INC Dated:25.02.2009 |
KNC | KNC:69:2008-09 Dated: 06.03.2009 |
Affiliation | Masters of Science in Nursing |
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Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences | ACA/NS-259/O-277/2008-09 Dated: 15.07.2008 |
- The candidate should be a Registered Nurse and Registered midwife or equivalent with any State Nursing Registration Council.
- The minimum education requirements shall be the passing of :B.Sc. Nursing B.Sc.Hons.Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with minimum of 55% aggregate marks.
- The candidate should have undergone in B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. Hons. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing in an institution which is recognized by Indian Nursing Council.
- Minimum one year of work experience after Basic B.Sc. Nursing.
- Minimum one year of work experience prior or after Post Basic B.Sc.Nursing.
- Candidate shall be medically fit.
- 5% relaxation of marks for SC/ST candidates may be given.
- The program prepares nurses for leadership position in nursing and health fields who can function as nurse specialists, consultants, educators, administrators and researchers in a wide variety of professional settings in meeting the National priorities and the changing needs of the society.
- This program provides the basis for the post Master program in nursing. Further the program encourages accountability and commitment to lifelong learning which fosters improvement of quality care.
- Postgraduates of the M.Sc Nursing are qualified to work as registered nurses in a wide variety of settings include hospitals, multilevel care facilities, community agencies ( home care, public health) as well as psychiatric or mental health.
- There is ample opportunity for the fresh graduates to start their carrier in the teaching profession which will help them to be specialized themselves in their Master program.
- Students can go for their Ph.D. programs as well for further research work
- They can become public health nurses/health worker work in government and private clinics and health departments in urban and rural areas to provide basic medical services to the local population.
- They have also many scopes in teaching fields as teachers/lecturers.
- Medical Colleges and Universities
- Military Hospitals
- Nursing Homes
- Healthcare Centers
- Medical industry
- Assistant Nursing Superintendent
- Nursing Educator
- Medical Advisers
- Nursing Executive
- Nursing In-charge
- Nursing Supervisor
- Occupational health nurse
- Nursing tutor
- Clinical Instructor
1.Nursing Education
2.Advanced Nursing Practice
3.Nursing Research & Statistics
4.Clinical Specialty – I
- Branch I- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Branch II- Obstetric and Gynecological Nursing
- Branch III- Child health (Pediatric) Nursing
- Branch IV- Community Health Nursing
- Branch V- Mental health (Psychiatric) Nursing
1.Nursing Management
2.Clinical Specialty – II
Branch I- Medical Surgical Nursing SUB SPECIALTY
- Cardio Vascular & Thoracic nursing
- Critical care nursing
- Oncology Nursing
- Neurosciences Nursing
- Nephro Urology Nursing
- Orthopedic Nursing
- Gastro enterlogy Nursing
Branch II- Obstetric and Gynecological Nursing
Branch III- Child health (Pediatric) Nursing
Branch IV- Community Health Nursing
Branch V- Mental health (Psychiatric) nursing
3. Dessertation (Viva)