Comprehensive Course Structure
The B.Sc. Nursing program at Malwanchal University Indore is structured over 8 semesters, with a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical clinical experience. The curriculum includes core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and mandatory laboratory sessions designed to foster holistic development in future healthcare professionals.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NUR-101 | Introduction to Nursing Science | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BIO-102 | Basic Anatomy and Physiology | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| 1 | BCH-103 | Basic Biochemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | MAT-104 | Mathematics for Health Sciences | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BIO-105 | Introduction to Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | NUR-201 | Foundations of Nursing Practice | 3-0-0-3 | NUR-101 |
| 2 | PHYS-202 | Pathophysiology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO-102 |
| 2 | PHAR-203 | Pharmacology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO-102 |
| 2 | BIO-204 | Basic Genetics | 3-0-0-3 | BCH-103 |
| 2 | SOC-205 | Social Sciences for Health Professionals | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | NUR-301 | Community Health Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-201 |
| 3 | MED-302 | Medical Surgical Nursing I | 4-0-0-4 | PHYS-202 |
| 3 | NUR-303 | Pediatric Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-201 |
| 3 | BIO-304 | Epidemiology and Biostatistics | 3-0-0-3 | MAT-104 |
| 3 | LAB-305 | Basic Clinical Skills Lab | 0-0-6-2 | NUR-201 |
| 4 | NUR-401 | Mental Health Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-301 |
| 4 | INT-402 | Intensive Care Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | MED-302 |
| 4 | NUR-403 | Maternal and Child Health | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-301 |
| 4 | BIO-404 | Immunology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO-204 |
| 4 | LAB-405 | Advanced Clinical Skills Lab | 0-0-6-2 | NUR-301 |
| 5 | NUR-501 | Emergency Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-401 |
| 5 | CRIT-502 | Critical Care Management | 4-0-0-4 | INT-402 |
| 5 | NUR-503 | Palliative and End-of-Life Care | 3-0-0-3 | NUR-401 |
| 5 | BIO-504 | Pharmacokinetics | 3-0-0-3 | PHAR-203 |
| 5 | LAB-505 | Nursing Research Lab | 0-0-6-2 | - |
| 6 | NUR-601 | Occupational Health Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | NUR-501 |
| 6 | PUB-602 | Public Health Policy and Administration | 4-0-0-4 | NUR-301 |
| 6 | NUR-603 | Informatics in Nursing Practice | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | BIO-604 | Biotechnology Applications in Healthcare | 3-0-0-3 | BIO-504 |
| 6 | LAB-605 | Capstone Project Lab | 0-0-6-2 | NUR-501 |
| 7 | NUR-701 | Clinical Internship I | 0-0-12-8 | NUR-601 |
| 7 | NUR-702 | Clinical Internship II | 0-0-12-8 | NUR-701 |
| 7 | NUR-703 | Advanced Clinical Skills | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| 8 | NUR-801 | Final Capstone Project | 0-0-12-8 | NUR-702 |
| 8 | NUR-802 | Professional Ethics and Legal Issues in Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | - |
Detailed Elective Course Descriptions
Nursing Informatics: This course explores the integration of information technology with nursing practice to enhance patient care delivery. Students learn how to utilize electronic health records, telehealth platforms, and data analytics tools to improve clinical outcomes.
Palliative Care Nursing: Focused on providing compassionate end-of-life care, this elective teaches students about pain management, emotional support strategies, and ethical considerations in palliative settings.
Mental Health Nursing: Designed to equip students with the skills needed to assess, diagnose, and treat individuals suffering from mental illnesses. Topics include psychiatric disorders, therapeutic communication, and community-based interventions.
Occupational Health Nursing: This course introduces students to workplace safety standards, hazard identification, and preventive health measures in various occupational environments.
Emergency and Critical Care Nursing: Students gain hands-on experience in managing acute medical emergencies, including trauma care, resuscitation techniques, and ICU management protocols.
Public Health Policy: A comprehensive overview of public health systems, policy formulation, and implementation strategies aimed at improving population health outcomes.
Community Health Nursing: Focuses on delivering healthcare services within local communities through health education, immunization programs, and disease prevention initiatives.
Maternal and Child Health: Provides in-depth knowledge of prenatal care, labor and delivery processes, neonatal assessment, and pediatric nursing practices.
Nursing Research Methods: Teaches students how to design research studies, collect data, analyze results, and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
Pharmacokinetics: Explores the movement of drugs within the body, absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion processes, crucial for safe medication administration.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The B.Sc. Nursing program at Malwanchal University Indore emphasizes project-based learning to develop critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and real-world application of nursing principles. Students are required to complete two major projects throughout their academic journey: a mini-project in the second year and a final capstone project in the eighth semester.
The mini-project involves selecting a healthcare issue relevant to one's specialization, conducting literature reviews, designing an intervention plan, implementing it in a simulated or real-world setting, and presenting findings. This process is guided by faculty mentors who ensure alignment with current best practices and ethical standards.
The final capstone project requires students to conduct independent research or implement a significant healthcare initiative under close supervision. Projects are evaluated based on methodology, impact assessment, innovation, and presentation quality. Students often collaborate with healthcare organizations or public health agencies, contributing meaningfully to community health initiatives.