Nursing (Bachelor of Science)

Priority admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program will be given to students who complete the Certificate in Academic Foundations for Potential Nursing Applicants (AFNURS) and meet all the BSN admission requirements. Students who are offered a seat in the AFNURS program are not guaranteed admission to the BSN program. Students who meet the minimum academic admission requirements for BSN are also not guaranteed admission to the BSN program.

To be eligible for admission to the BSN program, students must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete the following 30 required university transfer* (UT) credits, with a cumulative GPA of 2.67, and a minimum grade of C+ in each course:
  • BIOL 1103**, BIOL 1203**, BIOL 2200, and BIOL 2401
  • ENGL 1130 and one of UT ENGL elective course
  • MATH 1160 or PSYC 2300
  • 3 credits of UT Social Science/Humanities elective
  • 6 credits of UT electives
  • BIOL 1103**, BIOL 1203**, BIOL 2200, BIOL 2401
  • ENGL 1130, UT ENGL elective course
  • MATH 1160, PSYC 2300

  Note: A maximum of 2 attempts*** includes the following possible combinations:

  • BIOL 1103 + BIOL 1109
  • BIOL 1203 + BIOL 1209
  • MATH 1160 + PSYC 2300
  • All attempts in these required courses, including those taken at other post-secondary institutions, will be included in calculating the applicant's GPA, and reviewed to ensure course repeats do not exceed the limitations****.
  • No previous withdrawal from any nursing program(s) in Canada****.

  *A university transfer (UT) course is a course that transfers to one of the 5 Research Universities - SFU, UBCO, UBCV, UNBC or UVIC according to the BC Transfer Guide.

  **BIOL 1109 can be used as a substitution for BIOL 1103 and BIOL 1209 can be used as a substitution for BIOL 1203.

  ***The maximum number of attempts in a required course is limited to 2 (1 original attempt + 1 repeat attempt). A withdrawal (W notation) is considered an attempt. See Course and Status Changes Policy.

  ****Official transcripts from all previous post-secondary institutions attended must be submitted directly to Douglas College. Failure to do so may result in the application being denied, and/or the student being withdrawn from the program and/or College in accordance with the Academic Integrity Policy.

  Note: Students who have shown the greatest success in the BSN program have typically completed the required AFNURS courses within 1 to 2 years.

  II. Non-Academic Admission Requirements

  Following an offer of admission to the BSN program:

  • Mandatory Program Orientation - Applicants will be notified in their Welcome Letter of the program orientation date.
  • Potential Interview - Applicants may be required to participate in an interview with a representative(s) of the BSN program for the purposes of providing additional information and/or for academic counselling.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate - Current within 1 year of the start date of the program. Standard First Aid Certificates that include Basic Life Support within 1 year of the date of application are also accepted.
  • Standard First Aid Certificate - Current within 3 years of the start date of the program.
  • Health Assessment - A satisfactory health assessment completed by a physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Immunization Record - A current record of recommended immunizations consistent with the requirements of practice agencies; details will be provided at the time the applicant is offered admission to the program.
  • Criminal Record Check - Details will be provided at the time the applicant is offered admission to the program.
  • Respiratory Mask Fit-test (N95) - All semester one students are required to be fit-tested for a respiratory mask. There is an additional cost to the applicant for fit-testing.
  Curriculum Framework

  Graduation Requirements:

  • Successful completion of 124 credits.
  • Completion of the program within seven (7) years once admitted to the BSN program.
  • Minimum 45 upper level (3000 - 4000) level credits.
  • A minimum grade of C+ in all graded NURS courses.
  • Mastery of all Nursing Practice courses and NURS 4611.

  Program Requirements:

  • The maximum number of attempts in a required NURS course is limited to 2 (1 original attempt + 1 repeat attempt). A withdrawal (W notation) is considered an attempt.
    • Students may appeal for special consideration to the BSN Progression Committee.

    Year 2 to Year 4 Course Requirements:

    Nursing Art and Science: Professional Foundations

    Health Assessment: Adults and Older Adults

    Nursing Practice: Beginning Client Care

    Pharmacology: Introduction for Nurses

    Relational Practice: Introduction

    Nursing Art & Science: Acute Health Challenges

    Health Assessment: Acute Health Challenges

    Nursing Practice: Acute Health Challenges

    Leadership: Interprofessional Collaboration

    Nursing Inquiry: Evidence-Informed Practice

    Nursing Art & Science: Family-Centered Care

    Health Assessment: Maternal and Child Care

    Nursing Practice: Family-Centered Care

    Leadership: Partners in Health Promotion

    Relational Practice: Engaging with Families

    Nursing Art & Sciences: Vulnerable Populations

    Health Assessment: Community Health and Mental Health

    Nursing Practice: Community Health and Mental Health

    Leadership: Applied Nursing Ethics, Leadership and Moral Courage

    Nursing Inquiry: Research in Nursing

    Nursing Art & Science: Acuity and Complexity

    Health Assessment: Complex Health Challenges

    Nursing Practice: Complex Health Challenges

    Leadership: Influencing Health Care Reform

    Nursing Elective: Issues in Nursing Practice Focus

    Nursing Art & Science: Professional Transition

    Nursing Practice: Professional Transition