To become a globally recognized leader in innovative teaching, research excellence, and community service, graduating a diverse population of compassionate and culturally competent nurses dedicated to serving and embracing all communities.

The nursing program is dedicated to improving societal health by graduating nurses who are fully equipped to provide high-quality care, conduct meaningful research, and contribute to community service. We are committed to fostering excellence in healthcare through innovative, evidence-based education. Our model learning environment promotes lifelong learning, innovation, and both professional and personal growth. With a strong emphasis on caring and competence, we strive to enhance health, safety, and cultural awareness for all individuals and communities we serve.

Objectives

• We are dedicated to educating and graduating competent nurses who are equipped to deliver high-quality nursing care. By fostering a culture of scientific research among our students at all levels, we emphasize creativity as a vital foundation for advancing nursing science. Our commitment to advancing nursing knowledge extends from the local to the international level, as we engage in distinguished scientific research that contributes to the global body of nursing knowledge.
• A key component of our program is our state-of-the-art simulation lab, which provides students with hands-on, realistic training experiences that bridge the gap between theory and practice. This advanced facility allows students to refine their clinical skills in a safe, controlled environment, ensuring they are well-prepared for real-world healthcare settings.
• We actively disseminate this knowledge through national and international conferences, workshops, seminars, training programs, and exchange programs. Additionally, we are committed to the professional development of our faculty members and administrative staff, offering continuing education activities that ensure they remain at the forefront of the field.
• Recognizing the importance of adapting to technological and professional advancements, we promote a culture of e-learning and continuous learning among our students, ensuring they are prepared for the future of nursing. Furthermore, we are focused on building collaborative relationships and partnerships with local, regional, and international institutions, all aimed at enhancing the quality of nursing care and driving progress within the field.

Goals

• Graduate highly competent nurses who are fully prepared to deliver exceptional nursing care in diverse healthcare settings.
• Cultivate a strong culture of scientific research among nursing students at all levels, emphasizing creativity in research as a foundational framework for advancing nursing science.
• Enhance the body of nursing knowledge at local, regional, and international levels by conducting impactful and distinguished scientific research.
• Actively disseminate nursing knowledge through participation in national and international conferences, workshops, seminars, training programs, and exchange programs.
• Support the continuous professional development of faculty members and administrative staff through a robust program of continuing education activities.
• Foster an educational culture that embraces e-learning and continuous learning, ensuring students remain current with professional and technological advancements.
• Establish and strengthen collaborative relationships and partnerships with local, regional, and international institutions to elevate the quality of nursing care.
• Utilize our state-of-the-art simulation lab to provide students with realistic, hands-on training experiences that bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice, enhancing their readiness for real-world healthcare environments.

The following values are the guiding principles for our work at the Nursing and Midwifery Department:

• Humanity: Emphasizing compassionate care and empathy in all our interactions.
• Professionalism: Upholding the highest standards of conduct and competence in our field.
• Respect: Demonstrating esteem and regard for all individuals, acknowledging their dignity and diversity.
• Accountability: Taking responsibility for our actions and decisions, ensuring transparency and reliability.
• Integrity: Adhering to ethical practices and honesty in every aspect of our work.
• Credibility: Maintaining trustworthiness and being recognized as a reliable source of nursing and midwifery expertise.
• Health Wellbeing: Prioritizing the physical and mental wellness of our patients and colleagues.
• Innovation: Encouraging creative solutions and advancements in nursing and midwifery care.
• Inclusivity: Fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and included, regard.

Upon successful completion of the BSc Nursing Program, students will be able to:

• ILO 1: Demonstrate comprehensive nursing and medical knowledge and exhibit exceptional competency required of a professional nurse.
• ILO 2: Master effective communication skills, proficiently interacting with individuals, families, groups, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• ILO 3: Utilize advanced clinical reasoning, critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and problem-solving abilities—supported by modern clinical technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and health informatics systems—in planning, delivering, and evaluating high-quality, holistic nursing care.
• ILO 4: Consistently uphold and practice the highest professional standards, ethical values, and behaviors in providing nursing care to individuals, families, and communities.
• ILO 5: Effectively implement rigorous safety standards to ensure the well-being and protection of self, individuals, families, and groups across various healthcare settings.
• ILO 6: Integrate organizational leadership, interprofessional collaboration, and management principles effectively into nursing practice for diverse patient populations.
• ILO 7: Precisely apply evidence-based practice and research methodologies to enhance the quality and outcomes of nursing care provided to individuals, families, and communities.
• ILO 8: Proactively address contemporary health challenges facing society, fostering a commitment to compassionate care and continuous professional development and lifelong learning in nursing.

Philosophy of the Nursing Program

• Holistic Nursing Care: takes into account a patient's physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs while addressing their needs as a whole.
• Evidence-Based Practice: To guarantee that students are ready to deliver the best possible care, the curriculum is dedicated to incorporating the most recent research and clinical knowledge into nursing practices.
• Lifelong Learning: The philosophy places a strong emphasis on the value of ongoing professional and personal development, acknowledging that nursing is a dynamic area that necessitates continual learning.
• Interprofessional Collaboration: The program promotes collaboration between different healthcare professions because it acknowledges that high-quality health care is the outcome of teamwork.
• Ethical Practice: Nurses receive education that prepares them to practice ethically, upholding moral standards and defending the rights and dignity of every person.
• Patient Advocacy: Nurses are equipped to act as their patients' representatives, making sure that their needs are satisfied and that their opinions are heard.
• Teaching-Learning Process: The nursing program provides an atmosphere that is favorable to critical thinking, active learning, and the growth of clinical reasoning abilities.
• Community Interaction: In order to improve public health, offer services, and have an impact on health policy, the ideology encourages community interaction.
• Cultural Competence: The curriculum strives to produce nurses who can care for a variety of people with tact and dignity, regardless of their cultural background. Professional Identity: Students are urged to forge a solid professional identity that reflects the virtues of the nursing field, such as dedication, compassion, and high standards of practice.

• A minimum high school average of 75% or higher for the Scientific Stream.
• A minimum high school average of 80% or higher for the Literary Stream.
• Achieving a satisfactory result in the personal interview, where the student's background and suitability for admission to the nursing specialization program are assessed.
• Possessing a sufficient level of proficiency in the English language.

• Successfully complete 152 credit hours, including university requirements, and mandatory and elective college requirements as outlined in the study plan.
• Successfully complete the required courses within a minimum period of 4 years.

Grading Scale for Students

• The minimum passing grade for courses is 60% or higher.
• A student who fails a course may retake it.
• A student has the right to retake any course to improve their GPA.
• For bridging students and remedial courses:

  The minimum passing grade for remedial courses is 70% or higher.

Evaluating nursing students effectively involves assessing both theoretical knowledge and clinical skills. This balanced approach ensures that students are equipped not only with the necessary academic knowledge but also the practical competencies required for effective patient care. Here are various methods to evaluate nursing students in both theory and clinical settings:

• Theory Evaluation

This focuses on assessing the students' knowledge, understanding, and application of theoretical concepts related to nursing practice.

• Written Exams

1. Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs): These assess students’ ability to recall facts and apply knowledge to clinical scenarios.
2. Short Answer Questions (SAQs): Useful for evaluating understanding of key concepts, theories, and principles in nursing.
3. Essay Questions: These encourage critical thinking and deeper analysis of topics, such as ethical issues in nursing, patient care protocols, or nursing theories.
4. Case Studies: Present real-life scenarios where students must apply theoretical knowledge to diagnose or plan patient care.

•  Assignments

1. Research Papers or Reports: Assignments that require students to research nursing topics, evidence-based practices, or current healthcare challenges.
2. Literature Reviews: Reviewing current studies in nursing and synthesizing them into a cohesive argument.

• Presentations

1. Group Presentations: Assess students' teamwork, research, and presentation skills. Students could present topics related to nursing care, clinical procedures, or healthcare policies.
2. Individual Presentations: Evaluate students’ ability to clearly explain nursing concepts, patient care plans, or evidence-based practices.
3. Weekly Quizzes: Offer continuous feedback to students, testing smaller portions of the content that can be integrated into larger exams.