Program Overview

Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University offers various programs, including those in the School of Nursing, which is part of the Faculty of Health.

School of Nursing

The School of Nursing provides undergraduate and graduate programs. The undergraduate program includes the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) and various nursing electives.

Undergraduate Program

The undergraduate program in the School of Nursing allows students to pursue independent projects related to nursing theory and practice through the Self-directed/Independent Learning Course. This course can be used as a 3-credit Nursing Elective.

Self-directed/Independent Learning Course

The Self-directed/Independent Learning Course enables students to work with a faculty facilitator to identify, plan, execute, and evaluate a project not currently covered by the BScN program. Students and their faculty mentors design a study project with clear, measurable objectives and create an Independent Learning Contract. This course is a three-credit class.

Current Offering

The current offering includes Nursing 4330/4331, which is a course outline available for students.

Program Details

• The Self-directed/Independent Learning Course is designed for undergraduate students.
  • Students work with a faculty facilitator.
  • The course involves identifying, planning, executing, and evaluating a project.
  • Students and faculty mentors create an Independent Learning Contract.
• The course is a three-credit class.
• It can be used as a Nursing Elective.

Research and Independent Study

The School of Nursing encourages independent study and research through its programs, allowing students to explore areas of interest in nursing theory and practice.