Program Overview

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Bachelor of Science - Nursing (Honours) - BScN

The Bachelor of Science - Nursing (Honours) - BScN program at St. Lawrence College offers a comprehensive nursing education that prepares students for a successful career in the healthcare field.

Overview

Advantages of the BScN program at SLC include early clinical placements starting from the first semester, providing students with hands-on experience right from the beginning. With small class sizes, students benefit from a supportive learning environment and personalized attention from professors and instructors.

Program Details

• Code: 1124
• Start Date: September 2026
• Credential: Degree
• Campus: Cornwall
• Program Length: 4 Years
• Delivery: Full-Time
• Open for international students

Program Outline

The program is divided into eight semesters, with a focus on theoretical foundations, clinical practice, and professional development.

Semester 1

• BNUR 1001DG: Introduction to Nursing
• PSYC 1000DG: Fundamentals of Psychology
• BNUR 1004DG: Human Anatomy And Physiology
• BNUR 1005DG: Nursing Fundamentals And Clinical Practice 1
• BNUR 1009DG: Fundamentals of Writing and Evidence

Semester 2

• BNUR 1006 DG: Primary Healthcare across the Lifespan
• SOCI 1000DG: Introduction to Sociology
• BNUR 1008DG: Health Assessment and Clinical Practice 2
• BNUR 1003DG: Professional Communication and Self-Awareness

Semester 3

• BNUR 2001DG: Pharmacology
• BNUR2004DG: Microbiology for Health Sciences
• BNUR2003DG: Biomedical Chemistry and Lab Diagnostics 1
• BNUR 2002DG: Pathophysiology 1
• BNUR 2000DG: Medical Surgical Nursing 1 And Clinical Practice 3

Semester 4

• BNUR 2007DG: Professionalism and Ethics
• BNUR 2008DG: Pathophysiology 2
• BNUR 2009DG: Biomedical Chemistry and Lab Diagnostics 2
• BNUR 2011DG: Statistics
• BNUR 2005DG: Medical Surgical Nursing 2 And Clinical Practice 4

Semester 5

• BNUR 3004 DG: Diverse Populations
• BNUR 3002DG: Maternity Concepts in Nursing
• BNUR 3003DG: Principles of Nursing Research
• BNUR 3000DG: Community Nursing And Community Clinical Practice 1
• BNUR 3005DG: Mental Health Challenges And Clinical Practice 5

Semester 6

• BNUR 3009DG: Pediatrics Concepts in Nursing
• BNUR 3010 DG: Foundations in Nursing Knowledge
• BNUR 3006DG: Community Nursing 2 And Community Clinical Practice 2
• BNUR 3007DG: Medical Surgical Nursing 3 And Clinical Practice 6
• Elective

Semester 7

• BNUR 4001 DG: Global and Environment Health
• BNUR 4000DG: Integrated Nursing Praxis 1 And Clinical Practice 7
• Elective

Semester 8

• BNUR 4004 DG: Leadership, Professional Practice and the New Graduate
• BNUR 4002DG: Integrated Nursing Praxis 2 And Clinical Practice 8
• Elective

Requirements

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with a minimum 75% overall average for six Grade 12U or 12M level courses, including:
  • Grade 12 English at the U level
  • Grade 12 Math at the U level
  • Grade 12 Biology at the U level
  • Grade 12 Chemistry at the U level
• Completion of a Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program with a minimum 3.00 GPA or 75% overall average

Health Requirements

• Immunization - Communicable Disease Requirements
• Standard First Aid & CPR Level BLS (formerly HCP) Certification
• Police Record Check Vulnerable Sector Screening

Other Requirements

• Computer Requirements: Students are required to have a laptop compatible with the college IT systems.
• Minimum System Requirements:
  • Intel Core i5 + or equivalent processor
  • Windows 10
  • 8GB RAM or more
  • 14" or larger screen
  • Wireless 802.11ac
  • 250Gb or larger SSD Hard Drive
  • 1 or more USB Ports
  • Internal Camera and Microphone
  • 2-year warranty

Fees

Canadian Students

• Tuition: $6,354.00 CAD
• Program Fees: $305.88 CAD
• Ancillary Fees: $1,042.37 CAD
• Total: $7,702.25 CAD

International Students

• Tuition: $22,740.00 CAD
• Program Fees: $305.88 CAD
• Ancillary Fees: $1,810.48 CAD
• Total: $24,856.36 CAD

Career Opportunities

Registered Nurses find rewarding careers in areas such as public and community health, critical care, rehabilitation, long-term care, maternal and child health, medical and surgical nursing, mental health, correctional services, and many more.

Other Information

• RPN to BScN Bridge Program: The program offers a comprehensive nursing education that provides already practicing RPNs the opportunity to complete 7 bridging courses that prepare the learner to enter the BScN program at semester/level 5.
• Program Contacts:
  • Ashley Veilleux (Year 1 and 2)
  • Tanis Brown, RN, BNSc, MN, CCHN(C) (Year 3 & 4)

Related Programs

• Practical Nursing: Ontario College Diploma (2 extended Years)
• Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees: Ontario College Certificate (1 Year)