1. Programme Title B.N.Sc  in Nursing
2. Programme/ Philosophy, Aims and Objectives

The Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc.) degree programme is a professional polyvalent degree that aims at producing high calibre nurses with comprehensive training who shall have the greatest concern for quality care and services through the highest standards of scholarship and professional culture. Given the strategic and structural advantages of the University of Lagos, it is imperative for this institution to provide training in this area, more so as there is an obvious yearning for it. The programme is domiciled in the Faculty of Clinical Science of the College of Medicine.

Philosophy

The philosophy of the Department of Nursing Science programme reflects vision of the College of Medicine, University of Lagos. Nursing is a profession recognized for its intentional blend of the rigorous application of scientific knowledge with the art of caring. A strong educational foundation enables nurses to conduct evidence-based practice, engage in scholarly activities, and translate knowledge in health sciences and health care to improve healthcare delivery to all human beings. By providing a diverse and global perspective and raising the professional and social conscience of our students, they will become health care leaders. The philosophy of the programme is also based on the essential purpose of nursing which is to achieve better health for individuals, families and the communities. Such nursing services as outlined in the philosophy are based on the premise that:

1. Man is a biological, spiritual, social and psychological indivisible unit whose needs are an inherent part of his nature and therefore, is affected by factors within his environment.
2. Health is an integral part of the overall development of man, which is influenced by socio-cultural, biological and developmental factors.
3. Health care, with emphasis on Primary Health Care, is fundamentally dependent on the availability, accessibility and affordability of both health and socio-economic resources.
4. Nursing is primarily concerned with human life, the quality of the health of the individual, family group or community.  Nursing is directed towards the achievement of better health and consequently as a practice profession, must be firmly based on knowledge derived from the biological, physical and behavioural sciences relevant to the understanding of human nature.
5. Although the Nurse as a human being exists and shares the same nature and basic needs as the client (patient), the Nurse professional has acquired nursing knowledge, skills, attitudes and ethics to provide safe and effective care.
6. The client is capable of reasoning and he possesses basic ideas, beliefs and values, which guide his actions. He is an active partner in the nursing care process and participates in crucial decision-making regarding his care and environment.

Aims and Objectives 

Aims

The aim of the nursing curriculum is to prepare competent polyvalent nurse practitioners that will use the nursing process approach in providing safe, acceptable, effective and efficient health services to meet the health needs of individuals, families and the community.  The programme also aims to prepare nurse-practitioners who are capable of relating the role of health services to the broader social system and who will be engaged in life-long and self-directed learning.

The Objectives of the programme are to:

The Department of Nursing Science program prepares the B.N.Sc. graduate to:

• Engage in ethical reasoning and actions to provide leadership in promoting advocacy, collaboration, and social justice as a socially responsible citizen. 
• Implement holistic, patient-centred care that reflects an understanding of human growth and development, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical management, and nursing management across the health-illness continuum, across the lifespan in all healthcare settings.
• Use inter­ and intra-professional communication and collaborative skills to deliver 
• Evidence-based, patient-centred care. 
• Demonstrate appropriate teambuilding and collaborative strategies when working with inter-professional teams.
• Advocate for high quality and safe patient care as a member of the Inter-professional team.

 © Admission Requirements: Are as prescribed by the University of Lagos.

Duration of Course: 5 Years

The basic minimum entry requirement is five credit passes at one seating at WASSCE/G.C.E ‘O’ Level or its equivalent approved by Senate including English Language, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.  

All students that come in through JAMB entrance examination shall register for the prescribed College courses in the first year of their programme.

Admission through Direct Entry (DE)

Duration of Course: 4 Years

• All candidates for Direct Entry must satisfy the basic minimum entry requirement of 5 credit passes at WASSCE/G.C.E ‘O’ Level or its equivalent including English Language, Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at one sitting.
• The candidate must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria as RN/RM 
• The candidate must have experience after graduation from school. 
• Candidate with General Certificate of Education at Advanced Level or its equivalents in at least two subjects from the following may also be admitted:

1. Biology
2. Chemistry
3. Physics
4. Zoology

• A candidate who has a good degree in any of the health-related subjects from any recognized University, and has fulfilled the minimum entry requirements of the College of Medicine Degree Programme may also be admitted.
• Without prejudice to all the above requirements, the Department may also conduct an interview for prospective candidates.