Bachelor of Science - Nursing (Honours)

This program prepares graduates for a life-long career as a Registered Nurse. Grounded in a vibrant urban and rural community, faculty work collaboratively with practice partners to provide diverse experiences for students to learn about the complexity of nursing in a modern healthcare environment. The role of nurses as leaders in healthcare delivery is taught from a practice-based framework where real life experiences are a focus of teaching and learning. Faculty and preceptors actively work with students to create opportunities for scholarship and professional growth which support the development of nurses who can serve as leaders and advocates for person-centered care. Graduates can be employed across the healthcare sector as Registered Nurses. The Canadian Nurses Association suggests that by 2022 there will be a shortage of 60,000 full time RNs in Canada. In spite of increases in numbers of students entering nursing education and more graduates, the rate of growth is not keeping up with demand.

OSSD or equivalent with six Grade 12 U or U/M credits including:

Grade 12 (U) English
Grade 12 (U) Biology
Grade 12 (U) Chemistry OR Grade 12 (U) Physics
Grade 12 (U) Mathematics
2 credits at the Grade 12 U or M level

Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older) are considered for admission by meeting the four (4) course requirements listed above.

Applicants from the Pre-health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees (PHPA) program (available from Georgian College) are considered for admission and are required to complete all courses in the program prior to the start of classes.

Selection Process

Applicants will be ranked based on academic grades. A minimum grade of 70% in each of the four (4) courses is required. An overall minimum GPA of 75% is recommended for all applicants.

This is a highly competitive program. The overall minimum GPA is determined annually.

Mature applicants must have no unfavourable academic performance (achievements less than 60%) in the last two years.

Applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria to meet Georgian’s language proficiency requirements:

• TOEFL Internet-based test (IBT): 89
• TOEFL Paper-based test: 580
• IELTS Academic only: 7.0
• YELT: 1-4