Nursing - Second Entry York University

Overview

The Nursing - Second Entry programme at York University offers an accelerated pathway for students to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This intensive course of study is specifically designed for those who have already completed at least 60 credits of university-level education.

Why Nursing - Second Entry at York University?

Students benefit from a sophisticated learning environment that includes a 5,000 square foot Nursing Simulation Centre. This facility features a dedicated skills lab with high-fidelity mannequins and a specialised Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality lab. These resources allow for immersive, self-paced learning to build clinical confidence.

The curriculum is approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario, ensuring that graduates are eligible to write the registration exam to become Registered Nurses. The programme integrates academic excellence with extensive hands-on training through clinical placements in diverse healthcare settings across the region.

York University maintains strong partnerships with healthcare providers in Toronto, Brampton, Mississauga, and other surrounding areas. These connections provide students with broad exposure to various nursing specialities, including critical care, mental health, pediatrics, and maternity nursing.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 38465 per year
• National fee: CAD 8016 per year

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

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Health Assessment
• Social Justice and Advocacy in Nursing Practice
• Pathophysiology, Pharmacology and Knowledge Integration
• Leadership, Change and Innovation
• Episodic and Common Health Challenges
• Development as a Professional Nurse
• Acute & Complex Health Challenges
• Trends in Healthcare Delivery
• Nursing Research and Inquiry
• Nursing in a Global Context
• Biochemistry
• Pharmacology

Careers with Nursing - Second Entry

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of professional roles within the healthcare sector. Many pursue careers as registered nurses in emergency rooms, family practices, or mental health facilities. The programme also provides a foundation for roles in public health and community nursing.

Potential career paths include:

• Registered nurse
• Community nurse
• Emergency room nurse
• Family nurse
• Home care nurse
• International aid worker
• Mental health nurse
• Oncology nurse
• Pediatric nurse
• Long-term care nurse
• Public health nurse
• Private clinic administrator
• Nurse educator

Graduates may also progress to become nurse practitioners following further postgraduate training. The diverse clinical exposure ensures that students are ready to work in hospitals, community health centres, and long-term care facilities.