BA/BS in Nursing is a bachelor's degree in Nursing programme offered by Acadia University in Wolfville, Canada. The programme runs for 3 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 25,173 per year (CAD 10,986 per year for local students).
This Bachelor of Science in Nursing prepares students to practice across a range of health care settings, combining biological and social science, humanities, and nursing coursework with concept-based learning aimed at developing clinical reasoning and nursing judgment. The program is delivered at Acadia University through the Cape Breton University nursing curriculum, a partnership arrangement in place as of 2023. Three entry pathways are offered: a Direct Entry stream for high school graduates or mature students, completed over three years across eight semesters; an Advanced Standing stream for those with prior university experience, completed over two years across six semesters; and an LPN-to-BScN pathway, typically two years, for licensed practical nurses with 1,800 hours of recent practice experience. Students gain clinical placements in hospitals, community settings, and long-term care through Nova Scotia Health as well as private community partners. The application deadline for the September intake is February 28 each year. The program suits students aiming to become registered nurses, as well as those working toward advanced practice roles such as nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, nurse researcher, or nurse educator.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:65.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Acadia's direct-entry route into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) requires a minimum overall average of 65% (in each required course), English 12 (or English 12: African Heritage), Math 12, two of Chemistry 12, Biology 12 or Physics 12, and one additional Grade 12 academic or advanced course; Math at Work does not qualify as the Mathematics requirement. Advanced Standing (2-year) and LPN-to-BScN pathways are also offered for applicants with prior university study or at least 1,800 hours of recent licensed practical nurse experience in Nova Scotia. All three entry points begin each September, and the application deadline for all points of entry is February 28 for the Fall intake.
Application Details
Start Date:September
Application Deadline:February 28 (annually, for Fall/September intake)
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