Academic Calendar 2012/2013

Bachelor of Science in Nursing • Bachelor of Science in Nursing • Bachelor of Science in Nursing • Bachelor of Science in NursingBachelor of Science in NursingFaculty of Health and Community Studieswww.MacEwan.ca/NursingConsistent with the philosophy of Dr. J.W. Grant MacEwan,MacEwan University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)program holds the values of respect, compassion, leadership,scholarship and accountability. The BScN program isdesigned to prepare graduates who are committed toexcellence in professional practice and who will contributeto the health and well-being of individuals, families,communities and society. Throughout the program, studentsacquire knowledge, skills and attributes to ready themselvesfor safe, compassionate, evidence-informed, competent andethical nursing practice.MacEwan University’s BScN program is a rigorous, fouryearprogram designed to introduce, expand and sequentiallyintegrate knowledge, concepts and theories. Our approach tolearning promotes the retention and application of in-depthknowledge and diverse skills. The program is deliveredthrough contextual and experiential learning in classroom,laboratory and practice settings. Theoretical knowledge isattained from the disciplines of nursing, arts, sciences andhumanities. Introductory knowledge and competenciesfor nursing research, education and leadership roles areencompassed within the program. BScN graduates are eligibleto write the Canadian Registered Nurse Examination.Career potentialThe profession of registered nursing offers a highlychallenging and deeply rewarding career for dedicatedindividuals. Registered Nurses play a vital role within acomplex and changing health system. MacEwan University’sBScN graduates attain knowledge, skills, and attributes topractise in diverse settings, including acute care, communitycare and continuing care.TRANSFERABILITYThe four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program isfully delivered through MacEwan University. All coursescompleted for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degreeprogram are baccalaureate credit courses and may betransferable individually toward further study at other Albertainstitutions. For current, detailed information on individualcourse transferability, refer to the Online Alberta TransferGuide (www.transferalberta.ca) or contact the receivinginstitution directlyCategories of AdmissionApplicants may be admitted to one of the following:Regular AdmissionTo be evaluated through the Office of the RegistrarApplicants must have a minimum overall average of65 per cent, with no course grade lower than 50 per cent, inthe following high school courses:1. ELA 30-12. Biology 303. Chemistry 30 or Science 304. Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 315. One Group A, B, or C courseNote:• Applicants must have completed the appropriatehigh school courses or present university transferablepost-secondary substitutions.Applicants with nine to 23 university-level credits must alsopresent a minimum Admission Grade Point Average (AGPA)of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.Mature AdmissionTo be evaluated through the Office of the RegistrarApplicants must be 20 years of age or older and have beenout of full-time high school at least one year by the beginningof the intake term. Applicants must have a minimum overallaverage of 65 per cent, with no course grade lower than50 per cent, in the following high school courses:1. ELA 30-12. Biology 303. Chemistry 30 or Science 304. Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 31Note:• For Mature Admission only, another Group C coursegrade could be used to replace the Mathematics 30-1or Mathematics 31 grade in the calculation of thecompetitive average.• Applicants must have completed the appropriatehigh school courses or present university transferablepost-secondary substitutions.Applicants with nine to 23 university-level credits must alsopresent a minimum Admission Grade Point Average (AGPA)of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.216 Grant MacEwan University • A C A D E M I C C A L E N D A R 2012/2013 • www.MacEwan.ca