About the Program
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) is a four-year undergraduate degree program that equips students with in-depth theoretical knowledge and extensive practical skills in nursing sciences, healthcare principles, and patient care.
At Merchant Institute of Nursing, the program is designed to develop highly skilled, ethical, and compassionate nursing professionals who are ready to serve in hospitals, community health settings, and specialised healthcare environments.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Biology
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories)
- Minimum age of 17 years as on 31st December of admission year
- Must have passed English as a subject at 10+2 level
- Medically fit as per INC norms
Program Structure
Year 1
Semester I
- Communicative English
- Applied Anatomy
- Applied Physiology
- Applied Sociology
- Applied Psychology
- Nursing Foundations I
Semester II
- Applied Biochemistry
- Applied Nutrition & Dietetics
- Nursing Foundations II
- Health / Nursing Informatics & Technology
Year 2
Semester III
- Applied Microbiology & Infection Control including Safety
- Pharmacology I
- Pathology I
- Adult Health Nursing I
Semester IV
- Pharmacology II
- Pathology II & Genetics
- Adult Health Nursing II (Geriatrics)
- Professional Values & Ethics (Bioethics)
Year 3
Semester V
- Child Health Nursing I
- Mental Health Nursing I
- Community Health Nursing I
- Nursing Education
- Forensic Nursing & Laws
Semester VI
- Child Health Nursing II
- Mental Health Nursing II
- Nursing Management
- Midwifery I
Year 4
Semester VII
- Community Health Nursing II
- Nursing Research & Statistics
- Midwifery II
Semester VIII
- Internship (Practicum / Residency)
Career Opportunities
Staff Nurse – Hospitals
Community Health Nurse
ICU / CCU Nurse
Nursing Educator
International Nursing
Defence / Army Nursing