BSc (Hons) Nursing (Top-Up)

This one-year full-time top-up degree, also available over one and a half years part-time, is for registered nurses who want to upgrade their qualification and advance in their careers. It responds to the growing need for well-qualified nurses within health systems, particularly in Mauritius. The curriculum draws on international nursing frameworks and local healthcare needs. It develops higher-level knowledge, technical skill and practical ability for patient-centred care, and supports growth towards leadership and specialised roles. Specialist areas named include care of older people, intensive care and managing long-term illness. Both the Mauritius Nursing Council (recognition) and Higher Education Commission of Mauritius (accreditation) have approved the programme. Objectives also include promoting research and practice based on evidence, to improve patient outcomes.