BSc · Health Sciences
BSc Nursing
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Volta
Overview
BSc Nursing equips you to promote health, prevent illness and care for patients throughout the lifespan. Studying at the University of Health and Allied Sciences gives you a health-focused foundation suited to Ghana's need for skilled nurses in hospitals, communities and underserved areas.
What you will study
You cover anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, nursing theories, adult health, maternal and child health, mental health, community nursing and research. Practical training develops your clinical assessment, medication administration, patient counselling, teamwork and health-promotion abilities.
Career prospects
You can pursue roles such as registered nurse, community health nurse, public health nurse, clinical nurse or nurse educator in Ghana Health Service facilities, private hospitals, CHAG institutions, clinics and public-health programmes. Experience and postgraduate study can lead to specialist nursing, management or teaching positions in Ghana and international healthcare systems.
Who this programme may suit
You are likely to do well if you are caring, responsible, resilient and comfortable working closely with people. You should also enjoy science, practical learning and making careful decisions under pressure.