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About Program Eligibility Criteria Fee Structure Scheme of Studies How to apply

The Master of Science in Nursing (MS Nursing) is a two-year advanced degree program aimed at preparing nurses for leadership, education, and specialized clinical roles. The program focuses on advanced nursing practices, healthcare policy, research methods, and patient care management. Students can specialize in areas such as critical care, pediatric nursing, psychiatric nursing, or community health. Through a combination of theoretical learning and clinical experience, graduates are equipped to provide high-quality, evidence-based care. Career opportunities include nurse educators, advanced practice nurses, clinical supervisors, and nursing managers in hospitals, academic institutions, and public health organizations.

Minimum Duration	Total Semesters	Maximum Duration	Credit Hours	Min CGPA
2	4	4	47	2.5

Program Objectives:

On completion of the two year MSN program, the graduates will be able to:

Apply contemporary knowledge and the best available evidence from different sources in professional decision-making during nursing practice.
Apply critical and reflective thinking skills, as well as utilizing systematic approach to problem-solving and professional decision-making.
Apply principles/standards in decision making, critical thinking, & independent judgments to the role of the advance practice nurse.
Demonstrate the ability to translate relevant research findings for evidence-based practice.
Contribute to knowledge and practice by identifying research concepts/areas for conducting supervised research.
Demonstrate leadership qualities and function effectively as nurse educator and manager.
Articulate, promote, and advocate for nursing professional development, in general and the specialist role, particularly in clinical, legal/political, and professional contexts.
Work collaboratively with other health care professionals to enhance the quality of practice and services.
Use advanced communication and interpersonal skills in professional work; communicate clear, consistent, accurate information verbally and in written or electronic forms, in a manner sensitive to the context.
Demonstrate interest in continued learning for personal and professional advancement.

Program Outcomes:

Demonstrate mastery of specialized knowledge and skills that will promote functioning in an advanced nursing role.
Critically analyzes data and produce meaningful evidence using scientific methods for the continual improvement of nursing care across diverse setting.
Advocates for solutions to problems; considers impact of health policy on diverse populations; integrates ethical principles in complex decision making.
Assumes complex and advanced leadership roles to manage care, initiate and guide change; advocates for health policy that promotes access, quality healthcare, and patient safety.
Foster collaborative inter professional relationships with other health professionals to promote delivery of safe, value-driven, and high-quality health care.
Collaborate, leads, and participates in partnerships that foster open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making with individuals, groups, and populations to promote optimal outcomes.
Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment in accountability in delivering and evaluating evidence-based care to improve patient outcomes.
Use current emerging technologies & data analytics to enhance nursing practice.

Eligibility

The candidate possessing the BSN/Post R.N bachelor degree obtained after 16 years of education with at least 60% marks in annual system or CGPA 2.50 on a scale of 4.00 from a recognized institute/university with Two (02) years Clinical / Teaching Experience after internship will be eligible for admission in MSN program.
Candidate need to pass GRE/ HAT/ SU-GAT (General) conducted by any registered testing agency or university with at least 50% cumulative score.
Valid registration of all professional qualification with the PNC.

Documents Required

Matric DMC and Secondary School Certificate
Intermediate DMC and Higher Secondary School Certificate
Equivalency Certificate from IBCC (For A Level/Other than BISE students)
BS Transcript/DMC and Degree
BS/MA/MSc Transcript/DMC and Degree
Applicant CNIC / Form B
Father/Guardian CNIC
Domicile
04 Recent Passport size Photographs (Light Blue Background)
02 Original Recommendation Letters (From institute of last relevant degree)
GRE/ HAT/ SU-GAT (General) Result Card
Experience Certificates (if any)

Program Duration (Years)	2
No. of Semesters	4
Admission Fee (One Time)	10,000
Sem Enrollment/ Exam Fee	5,000
Tuition Fee (Per Sem)	440,000
Security (Refundable)	10,000
Sem-1 Fee	465,000
Sem-2 Fee	445,000
Sem-3 Fee	445,000
Sem-4 Fee	445,000
Total Program Fee	1,800,000

Scheme of Studies (Prospectus 2026)

Semester 1

Code	Title	CrHrs
MSN 501	Theoretical Basis of Nursing	3-0
MSN 503	Research Methodology	3-0
MSN 505	Applied Statistics in Healthcare	2-1
MSN 507	Academic Writing	3-0
QT 501	Fehm-e-Quran - I (for Muslims)	0-1
MR 501	Minority Rights in Constitution of Pakistan-I (for Non Muslims)	1-0

Semester 2

Code	Title	CrHrs
MSN 510	Curriculum Design and Administration	3-0
MSN 512	Teaching for the Critical Thinking	3-0
MSN 514	Clinical Education	3-0
	Elective I	3-0
QT 601	Fehm-e-Quran – II (for Muslims)	0-1
MR 601	Minority Rights in Constitution of Pakistan-II (for Non Muslims)	1-0

Semester 3

Code	Title	CrHrs
MSN 604	Principles & Methods of Assessment	3-0
MSN 602	Practicum	0-6
RES 691	Thesis Phase-I	0-3

Semester 4

Code	Title	CrHrs
MSN 600	Leadership & Management	3-0
	Elective II	3-0
RES 692	Thesis Phase-II	0-3

List of Elective Courses

Code	Title	CrHrs
EDU 617	Psychology of Learning	3-0
EDU 621	Quality Assurance in Education	3-0
AI 500	Advance Artificial Intelligent	3-0
CS 648	(AI) Machine Learning	3-0
HR 532	Strategic Human Resource Management	3-0

Procedure to Apply In-Person

Visit the Admission Office at the Main Campus.
Get the admission form.
Fill the form carefully.
Attach documents & submit.

Procedure to Apply Online

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Contact Information

Sarhad University of Science & IT, Main Campus

Hayatabad Link Road, Ring Road Peshawar

+92-91-5230931
director.nursing@suit.edu.pk

Mon – Fri 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

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