Bachelor of Science in Nursing At Soroti University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing At Soroti University

A BSN, which stands for Bachelor of Science in Nursing, is an undergraduate-level degree for registered nurses (RNs) that introduces nurses to topics such as patient care technology, research, health promotion, safety and quality within the healthcare system.

Entry Requirements

A)DIRECT ENTRY

i. Must have passed the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent and obtained at least 5 passes

ii. Must have passed and obtained two (2) principal passes in Biology and Chemistry at A’ level (UACE) or its equivalent obtained at the same sitting.

iii. Must have done Physics or Mathematics and obtained at least a subsidiary pass

iv. Only Candidates who sat A-‘Level in 2018, 2017 and 2016 are eligible to apply for Direct Entry.

B) DIPLOMA HOLDERS ENTRY SCHEME:

i. Must have passed the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent and obtained at least five (5) passes.

ii. Must have passed the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent with at least one (1) principal pass in Biology or Chemistry obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.

iii. Hold a Diploma from a Health Training institution accredited by the National Council for Higher Education in any of the following Health Professional disciplines: Nursing / Midwifery, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Radiography, Physiotherapy, Anesthesia, Orthopedics, Pharmacy, Clinical Medicine, Environmental Health and Dentistry.

iv.Applicants must have a working experience of at least 2 years in the above relevant fields by the time of application.

v.Must be registered with the relevant Professional body and possess a valid practicing license.

Duration: 4 Years

Career Opportunities

• Nurse Manager.
• Health Educator.
• Case Manager.
• Quality Coordinator.
• Director.
• Pediatric Nurse.
• Public Health Nurse.
• Critical Care Nurse.