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MScN Nursing at Western University

Western University, Canada

Programme overview

Western's Master of Science in Nursing (MScN) program is the longest-standing graduate nursing program in Canada, and provides the basis for leadership in professional Nursing and the foundation for doctoral studies. This flexible research-based program provides opportunities for co-op study as well as the option to fast-track to the PhD Program after the first year of full-time study.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences  |  Duration: 6 Terms (Full-time study) 9 Terms (Part-time study)  |  Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Thesis-based programme, 6 Terms (Full-time study) 9 Terms (Part-time study) in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Both general and program-specific requirements must be met to be considered for admission. All programs have one intake annually, beginning in September. Completion of a bachelor’s degree in nursing from a program that is accredited by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) or approved by an appropriate provincial nursing organization. GPA of 78 per cent (B+) or higher. Undergraduate preparation in research and statistics. RN registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and able to practice without restrictions (expect international students). Current membership in the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (except international students). Additional Requirements. International students must meet English language fluency requirements. Application deadline: February 1 Acceptance notification begins at the end of March.

Graduate programmes charge Fall, Winter and Summer terms; Ivey MBA Direct has a July intake, the Accelerated MBA a November intake, and the Executive MBA September and February intakes. Deadlines and intake terms vary by programme.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines, which may differ for domestic and international applicants. Applications are made through Western's online graduate application. The application fee is $185 CAD for most graduate programmes; $290 for Communication Sciences and Disorders (MClSc), Occupational Therapy (MSc OT) and Physical Therapy (MPT); $150 for Ivey MBA and Ivey MSc; $350 for Orthodontics.

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