Bachelor of Nursing, Medicine Hat College

48 Months

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About this course

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program at Medicine Hat College, in partnership with the University of Calgary, is a four-year program designed to prepare students for a career in nursing. Students begin as MHC students for the first two years and then transition to UCalgary for the final two years, with guaranteed acceptance into the third year if certain criteria are met. The program emphasizes diverse learning experiences through simulation, clinical placements, and coursework across various nursing specialties such as community health, critical care, pediatrics, mental health, and rural health. Successful graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary for the nursing profession and can apply to write the NCLEX for licensure as Registered Nurses in Canada.

Why this course is highly recommended

This program is highly valued because it combines a strong theoretical foundation with practical clinical and simulation experiences. The partnership with the University of Calgary provides students with a recognized degree and a clear pathway to licensure. The program's focus on diverse clinical placements and simulation prepares students for real-world challenges, making them highly employable across Canada, in hospitals, community settings, and specialized fields.

Specialisation

This nursing degree covers a broad range of nursing specialties, including community health, long-term care, acute care, home care, pediatrics, critical care, perinatal, mental health, and addiction. Students also gain experience across different healthcare environments, preparing them for various roles within the nursing profession.

Course fees

Application fees

10.82L

1st year tuition fees

10.82L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Students need to meet the admission criteria, including specific high school courses or mature student requirements with an overall average of 65%. International applicants must meet English proficiency scores (minimum TOEFL scores). After two years at MHC, students apply to UCalgary for the third year, where they complete their final two years at MHC campus with coursework and clinical experience, leading to a BScN degree.

English language test

PTE

TOEFL

DUOLINGO

120

IELTS

Want to learn more about the admission process, eligibility criteria, and acceptance rates for international students? Visit the Medicine Hat College admission page for complete details.

Career prospects

Graduates of this program can take the NCLEX exam to become licensed Registered Nurses and pursue various employment opportunities across healthcare settings such as hospitals, community clinics, long-term care, rural health, and specialized fields like pediatrics, mental health, and critical care. The degree also opens pathways to advanced roles in nursing research, education, health policy, and specialized clinical practice.

FAQs

What are the clinical placement requirements?

Students will participate in clinical placements across various healthcare environments, which may be scheduled outside regular hours and sometimes outside of Medicine Hat, including evenings, nights, and weekends. Participation in clinical activities is mandatory.

What are the language proficiency requirements for international students?

International candidates need a minimum score of 237 on the computer-based TOEFL with a 50 on TSE or a 580 on the paper-based TOEFL with a 50 on TSE.