Introduction
Bachelor of Science(B.Sc) is an undergraduate program which provides an opportunity to study technical and science-related fields. Bachelor of Science degree includes many fields of study. Within this degree, there are many majors to choose from and specialize in. One of those majors you can choose from is nursing.
Nursing is a field in the health sector, which includes the care of individual, family, and community for better health. This also includes advocacy of health and a safe environment. B.Sc Nursing is a four-year undergraduate course which is designed to produce such manpower in the health sector.
Objectives
The objects of the Bachelor of Science(B.Sc) in Nursing program is:
- To provide both basic and advanced knowledge in nursing science
- To develop practical skills like communication and teamwork for promoting community activities in health and development
- To enable nursing health professionals to deal with current health management issues.
- To promote positive attitudes among students and develop leadership capabilities
- To enhance in teaching hearing process
- To enable the students to apply the theoretical knowledge of nursing in practice
- To enable students to adapt to the different healthcare settings their profession will require
Scope of Nursing in Nepal
The scope of nursing is very good in Nepal although there is still shortage of accessible health care facilities evenly distributed throughout the country and, more hospitals and clinics are being built near the cities and towns. There is, therefore, a high demand for efficient nursing health providers in Nepal.
Best B.Sc. Nursing colleges in Kathmandu
There are many colleges in Kathmandu that provide the B.Sc Nursing course.
The best colleges for this course in Kathmandu are affiliated to Tribhuvan University, Purbanchal University, Kathmandu University, and Pokhara University.
Affiliated to Tribhuvan University
Admission criteria:
- Intermediate Science (I.Sc.), 10 +2 completion with compulsory English and Biology as one of the major sciences with an aggregate score of at least 50%, from an institution recognized by T.U.
- Pass T.U. common entrance exams
Manmohan Memorial Institute of Health Sciences (MMIHS)
Address: Solteemode, Kathmandu
Phone no.: 01 4356571, 4030781
Website: –
Nepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences (NAIHS)
Address: Bhandarkhal, Sanobharyang
Phone no.: +977-1-4881259
Website: http://www.naihs.edu.np/
Maharajgunj Nursing Campus
Address: Maharajgunj
Phone no.: 01 4720423, 4721654
Website: –
Affiliated to Purbanchal University
Admission criteria:
- Passed Intermediate Science (I.Sc.), 10 +2, or equivalent with Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Maths, and English as Major subjects, with an aggregate score of at least 50%.
- Physically and mentally fit
- Must have completed 17 years of age
- Pass entrance exam, the selection will be based on merit
Norvic Institute of Nursing Education
Address: Maharajgunj
Phone no.: 01 4017577, 41017641
Website: –
National Academy of Medical Science (NAMS)
Address: Surya Bikram Gyawali Marg, Old Bnaeshowr
Phone no.: 01 4466165, 4469017
Website: http://namscollege.edu.np/
Nepal Institute of Health Sciences (Stupa College)
Address: Jorpati
Phone no.: 01 4917546, 4917557
Website: –
Yeti Health Science Academy
Address: Kanti Marg, Maharajgunj
Phone no.: 01 4428349, 4418134
Website: http://www.yhsa.edu.np/
Kathmandu Model Hospital School of Nursing
Address: Thulo Bharyang, Swoyambhu
Phone no.: 01 6212922, 4272163
Website: –
Affiliated to Kathmandu University School of Medical Science (KUSMS)
Admission criteria:
- Must have completed 17 years of age
- Passed Intermediate Science (I.Sc.), 10 +2, or equivalent with Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Maths, and English. An aggregate score of 50% or more in Maths, English and any two of the Sciences or a minimum C+ grade in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and a minimum C grade in other subjects
- Must pass the entrance exam and interview
- Physically and mentally fit
Kathmandu Medical College
Address: Clinical Science Complex, Sinamangal
Phone no.: 01 4469064, 4476152
Website: https://www.kmc.edu.np/
Nepal Medical College
Address: Attarkhel, Jorpati
Phone no.: 01 4911008, 4912118
Website: https://www.nmcth.edu/
Affiliated to Pokhara University
Admission criteria:
- 10+2 or Proficiency Certificate Level (PCL) Science (Biology stream) or equivalent recognized by Pokhara University with at least 50% marks in aggregate or minimum 2.4 CGPA in aggregate, a minimum C+ grade in Physics, Chemistry and Biology and a minimum C grade in other subjects.
- Pass entrance exam, the selection will be based on merit
Nobel College
Address: Sinamangal
Phone no.: 01 411 05 25 , 411 05 90
Website: http://www.nobelcollege.edu.np/