Bachelor of Nursing

Programme Code
For 2024 Intake Onwards
BNURS1/BNURS2
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For 2023 Intake or Before
BN1/BN

Programme Mode
Distance Learning

Medium of Instruction
English

Duration of Study
For 2024 Intake Onwards
Normally 2 years (Part-time)

For 2023 Intake or Before*
Minimum 1 year (Part-time)
*Students must fulfil all the graduation requirements of this programme by 2026 Spring Term. For continuing students, 2025 Autumn Term is the last presentation for the 5-credit system courses of this programme.
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Courses & Credit-Units
For 2024 Intake Onwards
8 courses, with a total of 33 credit-units
(non-HKMU/OUHK graduates).
7 courses, with a total of 30 credit-units
(HKMU/OUHK graduates)

For 2023 Intake or Before
4/5 courses, with a total of 40 credits
(non-HKMU/OUHK graduates)
3 courses, with a total of 30 credits
(HKMU/OUHK graduates)
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Tuition Fee
Subject to the latest announcement by the University.
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Programme Code
For 2024 Intake Onwards
BNURS1/BNURS2
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For 2023 Intake or Before
BN1/BN

Programme Mode

Distance Learning

Medium of Instruction

English

Duration of Study
For 2024 Intake Onwards
Normally 2 years (Part-time)

For 2023 Intake or Before*
Minimum 1 year (Part-time)
*Students must fulfil all the graduation requirements of this programme by 2026 Spring Term. For continuing students, 2025 Autumn Term is the last presentation for the 5-credit system courses of this programme.

Courses & Credit-Units
For 2024 Intake Onwards
8 courses, with a total of 33 credit-units
(non-HKMU/OUHK graduates).

7 courses, with a total of 30 credit-units
(HKMU/OUHK graduates)

For 2023 Intake or Before
4/5 courses, with a total of 40 credits
(non-HKMU/OUHK graduates)

3 courses, with a total of 30 credits
(HKMU/OUHK graduates)

Tuition Fee

Subject to the latest announcement by the University.

Introduction

The Bachelor of Nursing programme is a comprehensive educational course specifically designed for registered nurses in Hong Kong who are seeking to further their careers with a bachelor’s degree. The Programme offers a holistic approach to nursing education, equipping graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their field. It is particularly suited for those who aspire to take on leadership roles and contribute to the advancement of nursing practice, education, and research.

Programme Aims

The Programme aims to prepare students with the essential professional knowledge, skills and competence to:
Meet current and emergent needs of the clients, the health care system and the community of Hong Kong;
Think analytically and critically with culturally sensitivity for evolving into change agents;
Adopt a holistic approach of health to nursing practice and apply evidence-based practices in their care and professional activities.

Programme Features

Upon completion of this programme, students will be able to:
Utilise update nursing knowledge to assess and diagnose clients’ multidimensional health status and needs for formulating holistic and culturally relevant care plans;
Design client-centered community care for the improvement of health care delivery and personal wellbeing;
Critically reflect their perceptions of and practices of nursing within the socio-ethical and legal context of health care settings;
Examine current care practice for advancing the body of knowledge in nursing through cognizant use of research evidences;
Appraise the global nursing profession for identifying areas for change.

Admission Requirements

For 2024 Intake Onwards:
For Registered Nurses of Non-HKMU/OUHK Graduates
Applicants who registered with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong as Registered Nurses can enter the Programme through Pathway 1.
For HKMU/OUHK Graduates
Applicants who completed the Higher Diploma in Nursing (HDN) or Mental Health Nursing (HDMHN) programme offered by HKMU/OUHK can enter the Programme through Pathway 2.

Programme Structure

For 2024 Intake Onwards (3-Credit-Unit System)

For 2023 Intake or Before (5-Credit System)

Students admitted to the programme through Pathway 1 are required to successfully complete at least 33 credit-units as follows:
a. 21 credit-units of core courses from Table 1;
b. 9 credit-units of University core courses from Table 2; and
c. 3 credit-units of one 2000-level or above course offered by HKMU^

Students admitted to the programme through Pathway 2 are required to successfully complete at least 30 credit-units as follows:
a. 21 credit-units of core courses from Table 1; and
b. 9 credit-units of University core courses from Table 2

Table 1 Core Courses

The three core courses in this programme are offered yearly in September and span across two terms each (Autumn and Spring).

Course Code Course Title Level Credit-units

NURS 3405NED Health Assessment and Primary Health Care 3000-level 6

NURS 3403NED
Comparative Studies in Health 3000-level 6

NURS 3404NED
Professional Nursing Practice 3000-level 9

Table 2 University Core Courses

Students have the flexibility to manage their own pace of study when completing the required University core courses.

Course Code Course Title Level Credit-units

UNI 1001ABW University Core Values 1000-level 2

UNI 1011ABW Social Responsibilities 1000-level 1

UNI 2001BEW Effective Communication and Teamwork 2000-level 3

UNI 3001BEW Entrepreneurial Mindset and Leadership for Sustainability 3000-level 3

^Students with entry through Pathway 1 are advised to pace their study with other required 2000-level or above course offered by HKMU.

Students admitted to the Bachelor of Nursing programme are required to successfully complete at least 30 credits of the core courses#.

Students admitted to the programme through Pathway 1 are required to successfully complete at least 40 credits as follows#:
a. 30 credits of core courses; and
b. 10 credits of middle or higher level course(s) offered by HKMU^

Course Code Course Title Level Credits

NURS N301* Comparative Studies in Health Higher 10

NURS N305* Health Assessment and Primary Health Care Higher 10

NURS N310* Professional Nursing Practice Higher 10

For students through Pathway 1 entry, in addition to the above three core courses:

Course(s) offered by HKMU Middle/Higher 10

#Students must fulfil all the graduation requirements of this programme by 2026 Spring Term. For continuing students, 2025 Autumn Term is the last presentation for the 5-credit system courses of this programme.

^Students with entry through Pathway 1 are advised to pace their study with other required middle/higher level course(s) offered by HKMU.

*The three core courses in this programme are offered yearly in September and span across two terms each (Autumn and Spring). 2024 Autumn and 2025 Autumn presentation to be offered to continuing students only. Courses will be presented for the last time in 2025 Autumn Term.

Career Prospects & Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Nursing programme not only equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to provide high-quality patient care but also provides a plethora of career opportunities and avenues for professional growth. The Programme readies students for career progression in nursing or for pursuing postgraduate studies at the master’s level.

Enquiries

Registry (Admission)

(852) 2768 6601-2

regadm@hkmu.edu.hk

School of Nursing & Health Sciences (Programme Administration)

(852) 3970 8777

(852) 5377 8107

nhs_bn@hkmu.edu.hk

Programme Leader

Dr Caroline Charm (Associate Professor)

Programme Pamphlet

Online Application