Course Structure Overview
The nursing curriculum at Maganbhai Adenwala Mahagujarat University Nadiad is designed to provide a holistic and comprehensive education that blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills. The program spans four years, divided into eight semesters, each with a carefully curated sequence of core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NUR-101 | Introduction to Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | BIO-102 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4-0-0-4 | None |
| 1 | BIO-103 | Basic Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | BIO-104 | Human Psychology | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | MATH-105 | Mathematics for Nurses | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | NUR-106 | Nursing Ethics and Professionalism | 2-0-0-2 | None |
| 2 | BIO-201 | Pathophysiology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO-102 |
| 2 | BIO-202 | Pharmacology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO-102 |
| 2 | NUR-203 | Fundamentals of Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | NUR-101 |
| 2 | NUR-204 | Community Health Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 2 | BIO-205 | Biostatistics | 3-0-0-3 | MATH-105 |
| 2 | NUR-206 | Patient Education and Counseling | 2-0-0-2 | None |
| 3 | BIO-301 | Microbiology & Immunology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO-103 |
| 3 | NUR-302 | Maternal and Child Health Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-203 |
| 3 | NUR-303 | Mental Health Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-203 |
| 3 | NUR-304 | Critical Care Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-203 |
| 3 | NUR-305 | Emergency Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-203 |
| 3 | BIO-306 | Epidemiology and Biostatistics | 3-0-0-3 | BIO-205 |
| 4 | NUR-401 | Geriatric Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-302 |
| 4 | NUR-402 | Pediatric Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-302 |
| 4 | NUR-403 | Nursing Research | 4-0-0-4 | BIO-205 |
| 4 | NUR-404 | Public Health Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-204 |
| 4 | NUR-405 | Nursing Leadership and Management | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 4 | BIO-406 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO-201 |
| 5 | NUR-501 | Specialized Nursing in Critical Care | 3-0-0-3 | NUR-304 |
| 5 | NUR-502 | Advanced Mental Health Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | NUR-303 |
| 5 | NUR-503 | Community Health Interventions | 3-0-0-3 | NUR-204 |
| 5 | NUR-504 | Health Informatics in Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | BIO-205 |
| 5 | NUR-505 | Advanced Pharmacology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO-202 |
| 6 | NUR-601 | Research Project | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-403 |
| 6 | NUR-602 | Clinical Rotations in Specialized Units | 6-0-0-6 | None |
| 6 | NUR-603 | Ethics and Legal Aspects of Nursing | 2-0-0-2 | None |
| 7 | NUR-701 | Capstone Project | 6-0-0-6 | NUR-601 |
| 7 | NUR-702 | Internship in Healthcare Settings | 8-0-0-8 | NUR-602 |
| 7 | NUR-703 | Leadership and Policy Development | 3-0-0-3 | NUR-505 |
| 8 | NUR-801 | Final Clinical Practice | 8-0-0-8 | NUR-702 |
| 8 | NUR-802 | Graduation Thesis | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-701 |
| 8 | NUR-803 | Professional Development and Career Planning | 2-0-0-2 | None |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The department offers several advanced elective courses designed to deepen students' understanding of specialized areas in nursing. These courses are taught by renowned faculty members and provide insights into cutting-edge practices and research.
Maternal and Child Health Nursing
This course explores the complexities of caring for mothers and children throughout their developmental journey. Students learn about prenatal care, labor management, postnatal complications, and early childhood development. The course includes hands-on experience in obstetrics and pediatrics, focusing on evidence-based interventions and cultural sensitivity.
Mental Health Nursing
Mental health nursing addresses the psychological needs of individuals across the lifespan. Students study psychiatric disorders, therapeutic communication techniques, crisis intervention, and community mental health programs. The course emphasizes the integration of biological, psychological, and social factors in treatment planning.
Critical Care Nursing
This elective focuses on the care of critically ill patients in intensive care settings. Students learn advanced life support, mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and emergency response protocols. Clinical simulations and rotations in ICU units provide real-world exposure to complex patient scenarios.
Emergency Nursing
Emergency nursing prepares students for rapid assessment and intervention in acute situations. Topics include trauma care, disaster response, and pre-hospital emergency medicine. Students engage in scenario-based learning and participate in mock emergency drills to enhance decision-making under pressure.
Geriatric Nursing
Geriatric nursing addresses the unique healthcare needs of older adults. Students explore chronic disease management, cognitive impairments, end-of-life care, and palliative medicine. The course includes fieldwork in elderly care facilities and community-based programs to understand aging processes and support systems.
Pediatric Nursing
This course focuses on the health and illness of infants, children, and adolescents. Students learn about growth and development, childhood diseases, and age-appropriate nursing interventions. Clinical rotations in pediatric wards and clinics offer practical experience in child-centered care.
Public Health Nursing
Public health nursing bridges community-level care with population health initiatives. Students study epidemiology, health promotion, disease prevention, and policy development. Fieldwork in public health agencies and community centers provides opportunities to implement health education programs and conduct research on health disparities.
Nursing Research
This elective introduces students to research methodologies in nursing science. Students learn how to formulate research questions, design studies, collect data, and analyze results. The course includes training in qualitative and quantitative methods, ethical considerations, and dissemination of findings through peer-reviewed publications.
Health Informatics in Nursing
Health informatics integrates technology with healthcare delivery. Students explore electronic health records, telemedicine, data analytics, and digital tools for patient care. The course emphasizes the role of information systems in improving clinical outcomes and supporting evidence-based practice.
Nursing Leadership and Management
This course equips students with leadership skills necessary for managing healthcare teams and organizations. Topics include team dynamics, strategic planning, resource allocation, quality improvement initiatives, and conflict resolution. Students engage in case studies and group projects to develop practical leadership competencies.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department strongly advocates for project-based learning as a core component of the nursing curriculum. This approach encourages students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills.
Mini-projects are assigned during the first two years, focusing on basic clinical skills, communication techniques, and ethical dilemmas. These projects are evaluated through presentations, peer reviews, and reflective journals.
The final-year capstone project is a comprehensive initiative that allows students to choose a topic of personal interest or relevance to current healthcare challenges. Students work closely with faculty mentors to design research studies, conduct literature reviews, and implement interventions in clinical settings.
Project selection involves a structured process that considers student interests, faculty expertise, and available resources. Students present their project proposals to a committee for approval before beginning implementation.
Evaluation criteria for projects include research quality, practical application, innovation, and impact on patient care or community health outcomes. Feedback from supervisors and peers is integral to the learning process, ensuring continuous improvement and professional growth.