Nursing — study plan
- Credit hours
- 137
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 43
- Degree
- bachelor
The Nursing study plan at University of Sharjah is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 137 credit hours across 43 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 - Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0201102 | Arabic Language | 3 |
| 0202121 | English for Medical Sciences | 3 |
| 0500150 | Biology | 4 |
| 0500161 | Introduction to Health Sciences | 2 |
| 1426155 | General Chemistry for Health Sciences | 4 |
Year 1 - Spring 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0104100 | Islamic Culture | 3 |
| 0500160 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
| 1411100 | Introduction to Information Technology | 3 |
| 1430107 | General Physics for Health Sciences | 4 |
| 0204102 | UAE Society | 3 |
Year 2 - Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0501257 | General Microbiology | 3 |
| 0503251 | Physical Assessment | 4 |
| 0503252 | Advanced Communication | 3 |
| 0503253 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| 1502133 | Introduction to AI (University Elective) Elective | 3 |
Year 2 - Spring 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0501260 | Biochemistry | 3 |
| 0503260 | Fundamentals of Nursing | 5 |
| 0503261 | Psychosocial Aspects in Health Professions | 3 |
| 0503262 | Clinical Pharmacology | 3 |
| 0503263 | Health Education and Health Promotion | 3 |
Year 3 - Fall 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0504252 | Biostatistics | 3 |
| 0503350 | Adult Health Nursing (1) | 3 |
| 0503351 | Adult Health Nursing (1) Practicum | 4 |
| 0503352 | Maternity and Newborn Health Nursing | 3 |
| 0503353 | Maternity and Newborn Health Nursing Practicum | 2 |
| 0302200 | Fundamentals of Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 |
Year 3 - Spring 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0503361 | Adult Health Nursing (2) Practicum | 5 |
| 0504362 | Epidemiology and Population Health | 3 |
| 0503362 | Pediatric Health Nursing | 3 |
| 0503363 | Pediatric Health Nursing Practicum | 2 |
| 0503364 | Adult Health Nursing (2) | 3 |
| 0206103 | Introduction to Psychology (University Elective) Elective | 3 |
Year 4 - Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0500450 | Introduction to Research | 3 |
| 0503451 | Critical Care Nursing Practicum | 5 |
| 0503452 | Family and Community Health Nursing | 3 |
| 0503453 | Family and Community Health Nursing Practicum | 2 |
| 0503454 | Critical Care Nursing | 3 |
Year 4 - Spring 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 0504260 | Leadership and Management in Health Professions | 2 |
| 0503460 | Mental Health Nursing | 3 |
| 0503461 | Mental Health Nursing Practicum | 2 |
| 0503462 | Ethical and Legal Issues in Health Professions | 3 |
| 0503468 | Research Project | 3 |
| 0503463 | Consolidation of Nursing Practice | 5 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Nursing
How many credit hours is Nursing at University of Sharjah?
Nursing at University of Sharjah requires completing 137 credit hours to graduate, spread across 43 courses.
How many years is Nursing at University of Sharjah?
The study plan for Nursing spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Nursing award?
Nursing at University of Sharjah awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 137 credit hours.
Is Nursing offered at other universities?
Yes, Nursing is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.