BSc · Health Sciences
BSc Nursing
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Central
Overview
BSc Nursing prepares you to provide comprehensive care to individuals, families and communities across different stages of life and illness. Nursing is central to Ghana’s health system, offering strong opportunities to improve patient outcomes in hospitals, primary care, public health and specialised services.
What you will study
You study anatomy and physiology, fundamentals of nursing, medical-surgical nursing, mental health nursing, paediatric nursing, maternal and child health, community health, pharmacology and research. Clinical placements help you develop assessment, care planning, medication administration, patient education, emergency response and teamwork skills.
Career prospects
You can work as a registered nurse, staff nurse, community health nurse, public health nurse, mental health nurse, paediatric nurse or nurse educator after meeting professional requirements. Employers include Ghana Health Service, teaching and private hospitals, clinics, schools, companies, NGOs and international healthcare organisations, with opportunities for specialisation and overseas practice.
Who this programme may suit
You are likely to thrive if you are compassionate, responsible and comfortable combining scientific knowledge with hands-on patient care. You need resilience, clear communication, teamwork and the ability to remain calm in busy clinical settings.