Master of Science in Nursing [Thesis]

The goal of the masters program is to educate enrolled nurses for an advanced practice role andor doctoral studies. Graduates of the program are prepared to assume leadership roles in improving the quality of nursing care in various health care settings. The program provides rigorous academic preparation based on theory and research to address health-related phenomena experienced by individuals, families, groups, aggregates and communities. This Master of Science in Nursing program is only available as an on campus program with no option for students to enroll in courses at a distance.Francophones from minority communities on the Canadian west and east coasts and in the Territories benefit from additional privileges thanks to the Consortium national de formation en santé (CNFS). CNFS is a nationally-represented organization that comprises ten university- and college-level academic institutions offering French-language education in various health-related fields.

To be eligible, candidates must:Have completed a bachelor’s degree in nursing (equivalent to the degree offered by the University of Ottawa) with at least 70% (B) average.Note: International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.Have successfully completed an introductory statistics course (or equivalent) within the last six (6) years.This course must be completed prior to commencing the program or, if not, during the first term in the program.A current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario or equivalent from another province is required