Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
The BS Nursing Generic program at Lahore College of Pharmacy & Allied Health Sciences (LCPAHS) offers a well-rounded education that prepares students for diverse careers in healthcare. Through this program, students gain the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to thrive in clinical care, management, and research roles within the nursing profession.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
1st Year
First Semester
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Anatomy and Physiology-I | 3 |
| Biochemistry for Nurses | 3 |
| Computer Skills | 1 |
| English-I | 2 |
| Fundamental of Nursing-I | 4 |
| Microbiology | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
Second Semester
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Anatomy and Physiology-II | 3 |
| Applied Nutrition | 1 |
| Community Health Nursing-I | 3 |
| English-II | 2 |
| Fundamental of Nursing-II | 4 |
| Islamiat | 2 |
| Pakistan Studies | 2 |
| Total | 17 |
2nd Year
First Semester
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Adult Health Nursing – I | 8 |
| English-III | 2 |
| Health Assessment -I | 2 |
| Mathematics | 1 |
| Pathophysiology I | 2 |
| Pharmacology-I | 2 |
| Total | 17 |
Second Semester
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Adult Health Nursing- II | 8 |
| Developmental Psychology | 2 |
| English-IV | 2 |
| Health Assessment-II | 2 |
| Nursing Ethics | 1 |
| Pathophysiology II | 3 |
| Pharmacology II | 2 |
| Total | 20 |
3rd Year
First Semester
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing -II | 6 |
| English-V | 2 |
| Pediatrics Health Nursing | 7 |
| Teaching/Learning: Principles and Practices | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Second Semester
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Behavioural Psychology | 3 |
| Culture, Health and Society | 2 |
| English-VI | 2 |
| Epidemiology | 2 |
| Introduction to Biostatics | 3 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 6 |
| Total | 18 |
4th Year
First Semester
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Critical Care Nursing | 7 |
| English-VII | 2 |
| Introduction to Nursing Theories | 2 |
| Leadership and Management in Nursing | 3 |
| Nursing Research | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
Second Semester
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Clinical Practicum | 5 |
| Community Health Nursing-III | 5 |
| English-VIII | 2 |
| Nursing Seminar / Role Transition | 2 |
| Total | 14 |
Grand Total
| Grand Total | 137 |
Here are some career opportunities for nurses:
- Registered Nurse (RN): Providing patient care in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS): Focusing on specialized areas like oncology, pediatrics, or critical care.
- Nurse Practitioner (NP): Diagnosing and treating patients, often with a higher level of autonomy.
- Nurse Educator: Teaching and training future nurses in academic or clinical settings.
- Nurse Manager/Administrator: Overseeing nursing staff and managing healthcare facilities or departments.
- Public Health Nurse: Promoting health and wellness in communities through education and preventive care.
- Research Nurse: Conducting clinical research to improve healthcare practices and outcomes.
- Home Health Nurse: Providing care to patients in their homes, often for chronic conditions or post-surgery recovery.
- School Nurse: Supporting the health and well-being of students in educational settings.
- Nurse Consultant: Offering expert advice in legal, healthcare, or insurance fields.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have completed their intermediate (F.Sc Pre-Medical or equivalent) with a minimum of 50% marks.
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