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Bachelor's Degree Nursing Full Time

Bachelor of Nursing Science

at National University of Lesotho · Lesotho

Duration

3 years

Intake

—

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Bachelor of Nursing Science is designed for candidates with a diploma in general nursing and relevant registration and experience. The program can be completed in 3 years for indirect entry students. It includes the possibility to major in Community Health and Primary Health Care Nursing, which requires a midwifery qualification. Students study nursing science with practical healthcare skills geared towards managing health centres and clinics. The course prepares students for roles in clinical instruction and nursing education, as well as management positions in various health programs.

Entry requirements

  • Diploma in General Nursing or equivalent
  • Registration with Lesotho Nursing Council
  • One year working experience as a Nurse
  • Midwifery qualification compulsory for Community Health and Primary Health Care Nursing major

Career outcomes

  • Run own clinics (Private Practice)
  • Manage Health Centres
  • Managers and Directors of programmes such as EPI, PMTC
  • Nurse Educators, Clinical instructors at Diploma levels
  • Assistant Lecturers
  • Pursue Masters and Doctorate degrees in Nursing

How this course compares

  • National University of Lesotho is #1 in Lesotho on research impact (45,716 citations).
  • It lists 5 Medicine & Health Sciences courses in total, 4 of them at bachelor's level.
  • Most bachelor's Medicine & Health Sciences courses in Lesotho take 5 years full-time; this one takes 3 years.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Nursing Science at National University of Lesotho?

It takes 3 years, studied Full Time.

Is National University of Lesotho a good university for Medicine & Health Sciences?

National University of Lesotho is #1 in Lesotho on research impact (45,716 citations).

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