$14,670 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science in Nursing [M.S.N]
- Dalhousie University offers a Master of Science in Nursing for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on both a full-time and part-time basis.
- This program is available in two options: thesis-based and course-based.
- Nursing graduate students at Dalhousie receive a varied education, attending seminars, preparing academic papers, conducting research, and completing clinical practicums.
- The Master of Science in Nursing program provides students the skills to pursue a career in research and/or academia.
- The department provides a various degree in the nursing program that is:
- Master of Nursing (2 years)
- Doctor of Nursing (4 years)
- Master of Science in Nursing (2 years)
- The MScN curriculum consists of five 3-credit hour courses (15 credit hours) and a thesis.
- Course work is to be completed by full-time students in the first two semesters and by part-time students in the first five semesters.
- Students are mentored to develop critical perspectives and offered the opportunity to work in research teams within and across disciplines, within the strategic research foci of the School of Nursing.
- Full-time students in the MScN program are expected to complete the program in 2 years. Part-time students are expected to complete the program in 4 years.
- Scholars Seminars are held on a regular basis and students are required to attend on a regular basis.
- Graduate studies at Dalhousie’s School of Nursing are guided by a philosophy of primary health care that recognizes the unique strengths of individuals, families, and communities.
- The average salary goes up to 51,000 USD after completion of the program.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $12645 | $12645 |
| Books and supply | $2025 | $2025 |
| Total Fees | $14670 | $14670 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 92 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 300 | 340 | 2 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 65 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students should have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
- A minimum GPA of at least 3.7/4.33 (B- grade) in the last 60 credit hours of study is required to be eligible for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year undergraduate degree from an accredited institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.