Nursing University of Northern British Columbia

Overview

The Nursing programme at the University of Northern British Columbia is a professional practice discipline dedicated to developing high-level clinical skills and compassionate patient care. This rigorous academic path prepares students to meet the complex healthcare needs of individuals and communities through evidence-based practice.

Students engage with a curriculum that integrates physical, psychological, and social domains of health while maintaining a strong focus on cultural sensitivity. The programme emphasises health promotion and illness prevention, ensuring graduates are equipped to work effectively within collaborative interdisciplinary teams in various medical settings.

Why Nursing at the University of Northern British Columbia?

The institution is renowned for its commitment to northern and rural health, offering students unique opportunities to practice in diverse settings. Facilities include advanced simulation labs and clinical placements that provide hands-on experience in acute care, mental health, and community nursing.

The programme is delivered in collaboration with regional colleges, enhancing local access to top-tier nursing education. Students benefit from a supportive learning environment where faculty members are active researchers and experienced practitioners, ensuring the curriculum remains at the forefront of modern healthcare trends.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 963 per credit
• National fee: CAD 204 per credit

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Art and Science of Nursing
• Communication Theory and Practice
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Microbiology
• Psychology
• Statistics
• Health Assessment
• Pathophysiological Concepts
• Health Promotion in Families
• Healing Modalities
• First Nations Health
• Nutrition
• Nursing Care of the Adult
• Nursing Knowledge
• Epidemiology
• Ethics and Law in Nursing
• Perinatal Health
• Pediatrics
• Older Adult
• Mental Health
• Nursing Research
• Nursing Leadership
• Community Health and Nursing
• Social and Health Policy and Administration
• Acute Care Nursing
• Rural Health and Nursing

Careers with Nursing

Graduates are eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination and apply for registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives. This qualification opens doors to diverse roles in hospitals, community clinics, and residential care facilities across the province and beyond.

Career opportunities extend to specialised fields such as emergency and trauma nursing, indigenous health, and mental health services. Many alumni also pursue leadership positions in health administration, policy development, or continue their studies in advanced clinical practice and nursing research.