Bachelor of Science Nursing with Advanced Major
The Advanced Major is a directed study course that permits students to pursue their interest in a particular nursing topic. The student program of study will be supervised by a member of the Nursing Department. Through a series of learning activities and assignments, students will gain experience in developing a complete research proposal. The Advanced Major fulfills the requirements of a three-credit elective and may be pursued in Semester VII of the Bachelor of Science Nursing (BScN) program. Students who wish to enter the Advanced Major must apply by March 31st of Semester VI. Students application must be approved by the Department Chair.
Admission Requirements for Bachelor of Science Nursing with Advanced Major
Admission Requirements
• A ≥70% average in all previous courses taken to fulfill the BScN degree requirements.
• A ≥70% average in all Nursing courses taken to date.
• No previous placements on nursing practice improvement.
• A faculty member in the Nursing Department willing to supervise the Advanced Major project.
Exceptions to these requirements require the approval of the Dean.