Comprehensive Course Structure
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Pes University Bangalore is meticulously structured over eight semesters to provide a comprehensive educational experience. Each semester includes core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Semester-wise Course Breakdown
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NUR101 | Introduction to Nursing | 2-0-0-2 | None |
| 1 | BIO101 | Basic Biology | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | CHM101 | Chemistry Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | MAT101 | Mathematics for Nurses | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | BIO102 | Anatomy and Physiology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO101 |
| 1 | LBS101 | Laboratory Session 1 | 0-0-2-1 | None |
| 2 | NUR102 | Health Assessment | 3-0-0-3 | NUR101 |
| 2 | BIO103 | Molecular Biology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO101 |
| 2 | CHM102 | Organic Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | CHM101 |
| 2 | MAT102 | Statistics for Health Sciences | 3-0-0-3 | MAT101 |
| 2 | LBS102 | Laboratory Session 2 | 0-0-2-1 | BIO102 |
| 3 | NUR201 | Pharmacology | 4-0-0-4 | BIO102 |
| 3 | BIO104 | Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO101 |
| 3 | CHM103 | Physical Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | CHM102 |
| 3 | MAT103 | Biostatistics | 3-0-0-3 | MAT102 |
| 3 | LBS103 | Laboratory Session 3 | 0-0-2-1 | BIO104 |
| 4 | NUR202 | Pathophysiology | 4-0-0-4 | NUR201 |
| 4 | BIO105 | Genetics and Genomics | 3-0-0-3 | BIO103 |
| 4 | CHM104 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | CHM103 |
| 4 | MAT104 | Probability and Distribution | 3-0-0-3 | MAT103 |
| 4 | LBS104 | Laboratory Session 4 | 0-0-2-1 | BIO105 |
| 5 | NUR301 | Medical Surgical Nursing I | 4-0-0-4 | NUR202 |
| 5 | BIO106 | Immunology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO104 |
| 5 | CHM105 | Chemical Analysis Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | CHM104 |
| 5 | MAT105 | Advanced Mathematics for Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | MAT104 |
| 5 | LBS105 | Laboratory Session 5 | 0-0-2-1 | BIO106 |
| 6 | NUR302 | Maternal and Child Health Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR301 |
| 6 | BIO107 | Endocrinology | 3-0-0-3 | BIO105 |
| 6 | CHM106 | Environmental Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | CHM105 |
| 6 | MAT106 | Research Methodology | 3-0-0-3 | MAT105 |
| 6 | LBS106 | Laboratory Session 6 | 0-0-2-1 | BIO107 |
| 7 | NUR401 | Psychiatric Nursing | 4-0-0-4 | NUR302 |
| 7 | BIO108 | Neuroscience | 3-0-0-3 | BIO106 |
| 7 | CHM107 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | CHM106 |
| 7 | MAT107 | Data Analytics for Healthcare | 3-0-0-3 | MAT106 |
| 7 | LBS107 | Laboratory Session 7 | 0-0-2-1 | BIO108 |
| 8 | NUR402 | Clinical Practice and Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | NUR401 |
| 8 | BIO109 | Ethics in Nursing | 3-0-0-3 | BIO107 |
| 8 | CHM108 | Medicinal Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | CHM107 |
| 8 | MAT108 | Healthcare Economics | 3-0-0-3 | MAT107 |
| 8 | LBS108 | Laboratory Session 8 | 0-0-2-1 | BIO109 |
Detailed Departmental Elective Courses
Departmental electives offer students the opportunity to explore specialized areas within nursing. These courses are designed to deepen understanding and prepare students for advanced practice or research roles.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Nursing: This course covers cardiovascular pathophysiology, diagnostic procedures, and treatment modalities in cardiac care. Students learn about ECG interpretation, cardiac monitoring, and post-operative management of heart patients.
- Nursing Informatics: Focuses on integrating technology into nursing practice through electronic health records (EHRs), telehealth platforms, and clinical decision support systems. Students gain hands-on experience with healthcare IT tools.
- Global Health Nursing: Explores health disparities and global health challenges, focusing on international nursing practices and cross-cultural care delivery models. Includes fieldwork in underserved communities.
- Public Health Policy and Advocacy: Examines the role of nurses in shaping healthcare policies and advocating for patient rights. Students engage in policy analysis and develop strategies for community health interventions.
- Nursing Leadership and Management: Prepares students to assume leadership roles in healthcare organizations. Topics include team dynamics, resource allocation, quality improvement initiatives, and strategic planning.
- Ethical Dilemmas in Healthcare: Addresses complex ethical issues in nursing practice, including end-of-life care, informed consent, confidentiality, and patient autonomy. Students analyze real-world scenarios using ethical frameworks.
- Nursing Education and Curriculum Development: Focuses on developing teaching methodologies and designing educational programs for nursing students. Includes training in assessment tools and evaluation techniques.
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Nursing: Introduces traditional healing practices, integrative medicine approaches, and evidence-based complementary therapies used in modern healthcare settings.
- Nursing Research Methods: Provides an overview of research design, data collection, and statistical analysis relevant to nursing science. Students conduct independent research projects under faculty supervision.
- Occupational Health Nursing: Concentrates on workplace safety, occupational hazards, and employee wellness programs. Includes training on risk assessment and regulatory compliance.
- Nursing Informatics: Focuses on integrating technology into nursing practice through EHRs, telehealth platforms, and clinical decision support systems. Students gain hands-on experience with healthcare IT tools.
- Community Health Nursing: Emphasizes preventive care, health promotion, and disease control within communities. Includes training in epidemiology, public health policy, and community outreach strategies.
- Nursing Ethics: Explores ethical principles and dilemmas in nursing practice. Students examine case studies involving end-of-life decisions, patient autonomy, and professional responsibility.
- Geriatric Nursing: Prepares students to care for elderly patients with age-related conditions. Covers cognitive decline, medication management, and quality of life improvements in geriatric populations.
- Emergency and Critical Care Nursing: Equips students with skills to manage acute emergencies and stabilize critically ill patients. Covers trauma care, resuscitation techniques, mechanical ventilation support, and ICU protocols.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department strongly believes in project-based learning as a core component of the nursing curriculum. This approach allows students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world situations while developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Mini-projects are introduced starting from the second year, allowing students to explore specific areas of interest under faculty guidance. These projects often involve collaboration with community organizations or healthcare facilities, providing practical insights into public health challenges.
The final-year capstone project is a significant component that requires students to conduct an in-depth research study or implement a healthcare initiative within their chosen specialization. The project is supervised by a faculty mentor and evaluated based on methodology, findings, and presentation quality.
Project selection involves discussions with faculty members, where students identify areas of interest, propose topics, and receive feedback on feasibility and relevance. This process encourages independent thinking and ensures that projects align with current healthcare needs and research trends.