Nurse BScN

Admission Requirements for Nursing Program

• Completion of high school or secondary education (or higher) is required.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old by December 31 of the application year; there is no maximum age limit.
• Accepted applications come from graduates of accredited high schools or post-secondary institutions.
• Students who received failing grades in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, or English during their final year of high school are ineligible to apply.
• Final-year students awaiting their School Leaving Certificate or Diploma may apply but must provide proof of current high school enrollment.

Entrance Examination

• All applicants are required to take an entrance examination.
• For those applying solely to the Nursing Program, the examination will assess English language proficiency only.
• Applicants who wish to apply to the General Medicine, Dental Medicine, or Pharmacy programs must undergo the full entrance examination.
• Applicants may attempt a maximum of two entrance examinations during a single application period, depending on faculty guidelines.

Exemptions from Entrance Examination

Certain degree holders may be exempt from the entrance examination but may need to participate in a motivational interview:

• GCE A2 Levels: Grade B in three natural science subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics) and English. Predicted grades are considered for conditional acceptance. AS/O level grades are not accepted.
• IB Diploma: A minimum grade of 4 in two natural science subjects and English at the standard level. Predicted grades may be used for conditional acceptance. IB Certificates do not qualify for exemption.
• BSc Degree: Upper second class Honours in relevant fields such as Natural, Biomedical, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, or Nursing, provided the studies were conducted in English.

Language Requirements

English proficiency can be demonstrated through recognized tests such as Cambridge English, IELTS, or TOEFL. The entrance examination will also assess English language skills.

Application Documents

• At least one reference letter is required.
• A motivational letter must accompany the application, tailored for each program applied to.
• Entry qualification documents must be submitted in English. If originals are not available, official translations alongside verified copies must be provided.
• Verified copies (not originals) of entry qualification documents should be sent via postal mail following acceptance.