Nursing (BSN) — study plan
- Credit hours
- 128
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 38
- Degree
- bachelor
The Nursing (BSN) study plan at King Khalid University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 128 credit hours across 38 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 10 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Culture 1 | 2 | |
| Arabic Language Skills | 2 | |
| English Language | 6 |
Level 2 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Chemistry | 2 | |
| Applied Chemistry | 3 | |
| Physics | 4 | |
| Zoology | 4 | |
| Basics in Biostatistics | 1 |
Level 3 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Culture 2 | 2 | |
| Computer | 3 | |
| Anatomy | 2 | |
| Physiology | 3 | |
| Fundamentals of Nursing 1 | 6 | |
| Introduction to Nursing Ethics | 2 |
Level 4 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Culture 3 | 2 | |
| Arabic Language | 2 | |
| Pharmacology | 2 | |
| Fundamentals of Nursing 2 | 6 | |
| Microbiology | 4 | |
| Applied Biostatistics | 2 | |
| Health Assessment | 3 |
Level 5 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Culture 4 | 2 | |
| Medical Surgical 1 | 6 | |
| Maternal and Neonatal Health Nursing | 6 | |
| Nutrition | 2 | |
| Communication and Health Education | 2 |
Level 6 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Surgical 2 | 6 | |
| Pediatric Nursing | 6 | |
| Human Growth and Development | 2 |
Level 7 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Psychiatric Nursing | 6 | |
| Nursing Research | 3 | |
| Intensive Care Nursing | 3 | |
| Primary Health Care | 2 |
Level 8 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Community Health Nursing | 5 | |
| Nursing Administration | 5 | |
| Infectious Diseases | 2 | |
| Epidemiology | 3 | |
| Emergency and Critical Care Nursing | 4 |
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 (BSN)
How many credit hours is Nursing (BSN) at King Khalid University?
Nursing (BSN) at King Khalid University requires completing 128 credit hours to graduate, spread across 38 courses.
How many years is Nursing (BSN) at King Khalid University?
The study plan for Nursing (BSN) spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Nursing (BSN) award?
Nursing (BSN) at King Khalid University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 128 credit hours.
Is Nursing (BSN) offered at other universities?
Yes, Nursing (BSN) is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.