Highlights: -
Degree Name |
Master of Science |
Level |
Postgraduate |
Duration of the course |
2 years |
Eligibility |
B.Sc in Nursing |
Education mode |
Full-time. |
Admission Process |
Merit as well as Entrance Exams |
Entrance Exams |
NEET PG, IPU CET PG, CUET PG, state CET PG. |
Fees of the course |
Rs 10,000 - Rs 7.00 Lakhs |
Eligibility Criteria: -
- Candidates must have cleared B.Sc in Nursing.
- Candidates must have secured an aggregate score of 45%- 55% in the qualifying exam.
- Candidates must clear the Entrance Exam.
Syllabus for M.Sc in Nursing:
The M.Sc in Nursing syllabus will vary from college to college, but the course aims and subjects shall remain the same; the subject distribution over the syllabus may differ, but the study matter remains consistent. Nevertheless, candidates should check the official website to know the complete syllabus. Here is a general guide to M.Sc in Nursing syllabus design, as commonly followed by Indian colleges:
1st Year |
2nd Year |
Nursing education |
Nursing Management |
Advance nursing practice |
Nursing Research(Dissertation) |
Nursing Research and statistics |
Clinical Speciality-II |
Clinical speciality –I |
NA |
Further studies after M.Sc in Nursing:-
- PhD in Nursing
- Certificate Courses: Critical Care Nursing, Oncology Nursing, Cardiovascular Nursing, Operation Theatre (OT) Nursing, Community Health Nursing.
Employment after M.Sc in Nursing:-
Job Profiles |
Average Salary (Lakhs Per Annum) |
Nurse |
Rs 3.60 - Rs 8.33 LPA |
Staff Nurse |
Rs 4.70 - Rs 11.00 LPA |
Registered Nurse |
Rs 5.10 - Rs 11.00 LPA |
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse |
Rs 2.90 - Rs 7.30 LPA |
Military Nurses |
Rs 4.70 - Rs 11.00 LPA |
Supervisors |
Rs 5.10 - Rs 11.00 LPA |
FAQs
- Is M.Sc Nursing a good course?
This course is suitable for those who prefer to care about people. Nursing is all about taking care and providing comfort to individuals, families, and communities. India is the largest healthcare provider in the country, and more professional nurses are still required to serve the population.
- How are admissions conducted for M.Sc Nursing?
Most top universities' admissions are conducted through university-level entrance examinations, followed by counselling sessions.
- What are the employment areas after completing my M.Sc in Nursing?
MSc Nursing graduates can work in hospitals, nursing homes, army or military camps, health care centres, old age homes, etc.
- What is the duration of M.Sc in Nursing?
M.Sc in Nursing is a two-year postgraduate course.
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