Curriculum

The curriculum of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Des Pune University Pune is meticulously designed to provide students with a solid foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The program spans eight semesters, integrating core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and hands-on laboratory sessions.

Course Structure

Year	Semester	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Structure (L-T-P-C)	Prerequisites
I	1	NUR-101	Introduction to Nursing	3-0-0-2	-
	1	NUR-102	Anatomy and Physiology	4-0-0-3	-
	1	NUR-103	Biochemistry	3-0-0-2	-
	1	NUR-104	Microbiology	3-0-0-2	-
I	2	NUR-105	Psychology	3-0-0-2	-
	2	NUR-106	Sociology	3-0-0-2	-
	2	NUR-107	Pharmacology	4-0-0-3	NUR-102, NUR-103
	2	NUR-108	Nursing Lab I	0-0-4-2	-
II	3	NUR-201	Medical Surgical Nursing I	4-0-0-3	NUR-102, NUR-106
	3	NUR-202	Community Health Nursing	3-0-0-2	-
	3	NUR-203	Maternal and Child Health Nursing	4-0-0-3	-
	3	NUR-204	Nursing Lab II	0-0-4-2	-
II	4	NUR-205	Psychiatric Nursing	3-0-0-2	NUR-105
	4	NUR-206	Critical Care Nursing	4-0-0-3	NUR-201
	4	NUR-207	Emergency Nursing	3-0-0-2	-
	4	NUR-208	Nursing Lab III	0-0-4-2	-
III	5	NUR-301	Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing	4-0-0-3	NUR-201
	5	NUR-302	Oncology Nursing	3-0-0-2	NUR-201
	5	NUR-303	Geriatric Nursing	3-0-0-2	-
	5	NUR-304	Nursing Lab IV	0-0-4-2	-
III	6	NUR-305	Occupational Health Nursing	3-0-0-2	-
	6	NUR-306	Public Health Nursing	4-0-0-3	NUR-202
	6	NUR-307	Research Methods in Nursing	3-0-0-2	-
	6	NUR-308	Nursing Lab V	0-0-4-2	-
IV	7	NUR-401	Capstone Project/Thesis	0-0-6-3	All previous semesters
	7	NUR-402	Clinical Internship	0-0-12-6	-
	7	NUR-403	Advanced Topics in Nursing	3-0-0-2	-
	7	NUR-404	Professional Ethics in Nursing	2-0-0-1	-
IV	8	NUR-405	Capstone Project/Thesis	0-0-6-3	-
	8	NUR-406	Clinical Internship	0-0-12-6	-
	8	NUR-407	Advanced Professional Practice	3-0-0-2	-
	8	NUR-408	Ethics and Legal Issues in Nursing	2-0-0-1	-

Advanced Departmental Electives

• Nursing Informatics: This course explores the integration of information technology in healthcare, focusing on electronic health records (EHR), data analytics, and digital communication tools. Students learn how to use data for improving patient outcomes and optimizing workflows.
• Global Health Nursing: Examines health issues at the global level, including infectious diseases, maternal mortality, and access to care in low-resource settings. The course emphasizes cultural competency and sustainable healthcare solutions.
• Nurse-Led Primary Care: Prepares students for roles in primary healthcare delivery, covering chronic disease management, preventive care, and health education strategies within community settings.
• Disaster Nursing: Focuses on disaster preparedness, response planning, and recovery efforts. Students study emergency management protocols, triage systems, and psychological support during crises.
• Health Promotion and Education: Teaches students how to design and implement health education programs tailored to diverse populations. Topics include behavior change theories, media literacy, and program evaluation techniques.
• Advanced Pharmacology: Delves into advanced drug interactions, therapeutics, and personalized medicine approaches. Students gain in-depth knowledge of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and adverse reaction management.
• Nursing Leadership and Management: Develops leadership skills essential for managing healthcare teams and organizations. Covers strategic planning, quality improvement initiatives, and change management strategies.
• Telehealth Nursing: Explores the use of technology in delivering nursing care remotely, including teleconsultations, remote monitoring devices, and virtual patient education tools.
• Ethical Decision-Making in Nursing: Addresses ethical dilemmas commonly encountered in clinical practice, including end-of-life care, informed consent, confidentiality, and resource allocation decisions.
• Women's Health Nursing: Focuses on reproductive health, prenatal care, gynecological conditions, and menopause management. Students learn about family planning, maternal-fetal medicine, and women's rights in healthcare.

Project-Based Learning Philosophy

The department strongly advocates for project-based learning as a cornerstone of nursing education. This approach encourages students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios through hands-on projects that foster critical thinking, collaboration, and innovation.

Mini-projects are assigned throughout the program, allowing students to explore specific healthcare challenges, conduct literature reviews, or design intervention plans. These projects often involve working in small teams with faculty mentors and may be linked to ongoing research initiatives or community health needs.

The final-year thesis/capstone project is a significant component of the curriculum. Students select a topic aligned with their interests and career goals, conduct independent research under faculty supervision, and present findings at departmental symposiums. The capstone project typically results in a publishable paper or policy recommendation that contributes to nursing science.

Project selection involves consultations between students and faculty mentors who guide them through the process of identifying feasible topics, conducting preliminary research, and developing project timelines. Evaluation criteria include originality, relevance, methodological rigor, clarity of presentation, and potential impact on practice.