Curriculum Overview
The B.Sc. Nursing program at Indrashil University Mehsana is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of nursing, preparing them for diverse roles in the healthcare sector. The curriculum spans four years and includes core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and hands-on laboratory experiences.
The program follows a semester-based structure that allows for gradual progression from foundational concepts to advanced clinical skills. Students begin with basic sciences and gradually transition into specialized nursing courses, culminating in a capstone project or thesis in their final year.
Course Structure Table
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NURS101 | Introduction to Nursing Science | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BIO101 | Basic Anatomy and Physiology | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| 1 | BIO102 | Microbiology and Immunology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BIO103 | Basic Biochemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | MATH101 | Mathematics for Healthcare Professionals | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PSY101 | Psychology for Healthcare | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | NURS102 | Fundamentals of Nursing Practice | 3-0-0-3 | NURS101 |
| 2 | BIO104 | Pathophysiology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO101, BIO102 |
| 2 | BIO105 | Pharmacology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO101, BIO103 |
| 2 | BIO106 | Health Assessment and Diagnostic Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | BIO101, BIO104 |
| 2 | BIO107 | Community Health Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | BIO108 | Nursing Ethics and Professionalism | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 3 | NURS103 | Medical-Surgical Nursing I | 4-0-0-4 | NURS102, BIO104, BIO105 |
| 3 | NURS104 | Maternal and Child Health Nursing I | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| 3 | NURS105 | Mental Health Nursing I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | NURS106 | Geriatric Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | NURS107 | Pediatric Nursing I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | NURS108 | Emergency and Critical Care Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| 4 | NURS109 | Medical-Surgical Nursing II | 4-0-0-4 | NURS103 |
| 4 | NURS110 | Maternal and Child Health Nursing II | 4-0-0-4 | NURS104 |
| 4 | NURS111 | Mental Health Nursing II | 3-0-0-3 | NURS105 |
| 4 | NURS112 | Pediatric Nursing II | 3-0-0-3 | NURS107 |
| 4 | NURS113 | Public Health Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | NURS114 | Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | NURS115 | Nursing Informatics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
The following advanced departmental elective courses offer students opportunities to explore specialized areas of nursing practice and research:
- Nursing Informatics: This course explores the integration of information technology into healthcare delivery, focusing on electronic health records (EHR), telehealth systems, and data analytics for patient outcomes improvement. Students learn how to design, implement, and evaluate IT-based solutions in clinical environments.
- Nursing Leadership and Management: Designed for students interested in administrative roles, this course covers leadership theories, healthcare management principles, resource allocation, quality improvement initiatives, and strategic planning within healthcare organizations.
- Ethical Dilemmas in Healthcare: This course examines complex ethical issues in nursing practice, including end-of-life care, informed consent, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity. Students engage in case studies and role-playing exercises to develop ethical reasoning skills.
- Nursing Education and Curriculum Development: Focused on preparing students for teaching roles, this course covers educational psychology, curriculum design, assessment methods, and instructional strategies tailored to healthcare learners.
- Global Health Nursing: This course provides an overview of global health challenges and nursing responses across different cultures and contexts. Students explore international health policies, cross-cultural communication, and collaborative care models in low-resource settings.
- Nursing Research Methods: Students learn qualitative and quantitative research methodologies used in nursing science, including literature review techniques, data collection strategies, hypothesis formulation, and statistical analysis tools.
- Advanced Pharmacology for Clinical Practice: This advanced course delves into drug interactions, adverse effects, dosage calculations, and pharmacokinetics tailored to specific patient populations such as children, elderly, and pregnant women.
- Maternal-Fetal Nursing: Focused on pregnancy, childbirth, and neonatal care, this course covers prenatal care, labor management, postpartum nursing, and newborn assessments with emphasis on maternal-fetal health outcomes.
- Occupational Health Nursing: This elective explores workplace safety, ergonomics, occupational hazards, and prevention strategies for various industries. Students learn to assess risks and develop health promotion programs in corporate environments.
- Nursing Ethics and Legal Aspects: Addressing legal responsibilities and ethical frameworks in nursing practice, this course covers professional standards, malpractice laws, patient rights, and compliance requirements in healthcare delivery.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department strongly advocates for project-based learning as a core component of the curriculum. Projects are designed to integrate theory with practice, encouraging students to solve real-world problems through collaborative research, community engagement, and clinical simulations.
Mini-projects are assigned throughout the academic year, typically spanning 3-6 weeks, and require students to work in teams under faculty supervision. These projects may involve developing educational materials, conducting community health assessments, or designing intervention strategies for specific patient populations.
The final-year capstone project or thesis allows students to conduct independent research or implement a comprehensive nursing intervention. Students select topics aligned with their interests and career goals, often in consultation with faculty mentors who provide guidance on methodology, literature review, data collection, and presentation techniques.
Evaluation criteria for projects include innovation, feasibility, impact, teamwork, and adherence to academic standards. Faculty members from different disciplines collaborate to ensure that students receive multidisciplinary mentorship throughout their project journey.