Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is one of the essential academic programs designed to prepare scientifically and practically qualified nursing professionals capable of providing comprehensive and safe healthcare based on scientific and humanitarian principles. The program is offered within an integrated academic and professional framework that adheres to both national and international standards in nursing education and relies on the latest teaching and clinical training methodologies.
The program focuses on equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to practice the nursing profession competently across various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, health centers, and the community, in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team.
The program spans four academic years, followed by a mandatory one-year internship (clinical training year), during which the student practices nursing care under direct professional supervision in hospitals and healthcare institutions. The curriculum includes a range of specialized courses such as Adult Nursing, Maternal Health Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Community Health Nursing, in addition to foundational science courses and research skills development.
Program Highlights:
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Combines theoretical education with intensive clinical training.
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Aligned with national and international academic standards in nursing.
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Prepares students for careers in both the public and private healthcare sectors.
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Promotes critical thinking, decision-making, and effective communication.
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Provides opportunities to participate in research and community awareness activities.
Program Duration:
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Four academic years.
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One mandatory internship year in hospitals.
To prepare competent nursing graduates in line with the national and international educational standards capable to deliver high-quality nursing care through the utilization of evidence-based nursing practice dedicated to individual, families, and communities
.Enhance the academic environment for faculty and students
Deliver high-standard teaching and learning process.
.Provide safe and efficient use of learning resources, facilities, and equipment
Strengthen scientific research partnership and collaboration.
.Strengthen scientific research partnership and collaboration
Improve the quality management system and obtain program accreditation through NCAAA.
.Develop and sustain self-generated financial resources
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Applicant must be a Saudi national or born by a Saudi national mother provided that the following proof such as the national ID of the mother, birth certificate of the applicant, and family card is presented and submitted to email: regatiu.edu.sa.
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Applicant must have a high school diploma or its equivalent from inside or outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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Passed all tests and personal interviews required by the King Khalid University and the College of Nursing - Abha.
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Applicant must not have been dismissed from King Khalid University or any other university for any academic or disciplinary reasons.
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Priority admission is given to those applicants who graduated from high school in the same year of application and admission
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Applicant must be medically fit.
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Applicant must have a high school cumulative average of 30%.
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Applicant must have 30% in the General Aptitude Test.
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Applicant must have 40% in the Achievement Test.
The College of Nursing in Abha is committed to a teaching philosophy that is student-centered, evidence-based, and fosters critical thinking. Our educational approach empowers students to actively engage in the learning process, promoting autonomy, self-reflection, and lifelong learning. Evidence-based practice is integrated into the curriculum to ensure that nursing care is grounded in the latest scientific research. Critical thinking is emphasized across all courses, encouraging students to analyze, evaluate, and make informed decisions in complex clinical scenarios. By combining these principles, the College prepares graduates to deliver safe, competent, and high-quality patient care while advancing the nursing profession. This philosophy cultivates a learning environment that nurtures both intellectual and professional growth
First Year First Level: | ||
| Course Name | Study Hours | Mandatory or elective |
| Islamic culture-1 | 2 | Mandatory |
| Arabic Language Skills | 2 | Mandatory |
| English Language | 6 | Mandatory |
| Second Level: | ||
| Chemistry | 2 | Mandatory |
| Applied Chemistry | 3 | Mandatory |
| Physics | 4 | Mandatory |
| Zology | 4 | Mandatory |
| Basics in Biostatistics | 1 | Mandatory |
Second Year Third Level: | ||
| Islamic culture-2 | 2 | Mandatory |
| Computer | 3 | Mandatory |
| Anatomy | 2 | Mandatory |
| Physiology | 3 | Mandatory |
| Fundamentals of nursing-1 | 6 | Mandatory |
| Introduction to nursing Ethics | 2 | Mandatory |
| Fourth Level: | ||
| Islamic culture-3 | 2 | Mandatory |
| Arabic Language | 2 | Mandatory |
| Pharmacology | 2 | Mandatory |
| Fundamentals of nursing-1 | 6 | Mandatory |
| Microbiology | 4 | Mandatory |
| Applied Biostatistics | 2 | Mandatory |
| Health Assessment | 3 | Mandatory |
Third Year Fifth Level: | ||
| Islamic culture-4 | 2 | Mandatory |
| Medical Surgical-1 | 6 | Mandatory |
| Maternal and Neonatal Health nursing | 6 | Mandatory |
| Nutrition | 2 | Mandatory |
| Commuincation and Health Education | 2 | Mandatory |
| Six Level: | ||
| Medical Surgical-2 | 6 | Mandatory |
| Pediatric Nursing | 6 | Mandatory |
| Human Growth and Development | 2 | Mandatory |
Fourth Year Seventh Level: | ||
| Psychiatric Nursing | 6 | Mandatory |
| Psychology | ||
| Nursing Research | 3 | Mandatory |
| Intensive care Nursing | 3 | Mandatory |
| Primary Health Care | 2 | Mandatory |
| Eight Level | ||
| Commuinty Health Nursing | 5 | |
| Nursing Administration | 5 | Mandatory |
| Infectious diseases | 2 | Mandatory |
| Epidemiology | 3 | Mandatory |
| Emergency and critical care nursing | 4 | Mandatory |
| Fifth Training Year: Internship Year | ||