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MA/MS in Nurse Practitioner

Laurentian University

Sudbury, Ontario, Canada

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MA/MS in Nurse Practitioner is a master's degree in Nursing programme offered by Laurentian University in Sudbury, Canada. The programme is delivered in a hybrid format.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Nursing
Delivery: Hybrid

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: laurentian.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Nurse Practitioner program (M.Sc.N./Graduate Diploma) prepares Registered Nurses holding a Baccalaureate degree to obtain an M.Sc.N. with a Nurse Practitioner designation. The curriculum teaches students to diagnose, treat, and advocate for patients across diverse healthcare settings, using problem-based learning, simulation, and competency-based strategies. It is delivered in a hybrid format of online and onsite seminars, available full-time or part-time, and admits students in the Fall term only. Applicants require a minimum of two years (3,640 hours) of full-time practice as a Registered Nurse within the past five years, a recognized BScN degree or equivalent, an overall average of 75%, current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario, and Ontario residency, since program placements must take place within the province.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 75.00 / %
Admission Requirements: A minimum of two years (3,640 hours) of full-time practice as a Registered Nurse within the past five years; a recognized BScN degree (or the equivalent for RNs educated outside of Ontario); an overall average of 75% (GPA); current certificate of registration as a registered nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario; successful applicants must be Ontario residents, as program placements must be done within the province.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall

About Laurentian University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1960
Programs: 69
Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Nurse Practitioner award?

Laurentian University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Nursing on completion of this programme.

Can MA/MS in Nurse Practitioner be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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