Sample Schedule

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The BSN program consists of a minimum of two years of intensive study in a set curriculum. Coursework is a blend of didactic (classroom/lab) instruction and clinical experiences, during which you'll learn in real healthcare settings. Below is a sample full-time traditional BSN schedule. The sequence of 300-level clinical courses will vary depending on the degree plan you develop with your College of Nursing advisor.

1st Term: Fall, Year 1

COURSE NAME	COURSE #	SEMESTER HOURS
Health Assessment & Communication	NURS 409	5
Foundations of Nursing	NURS 411	7
Pathophysiology & Pharmacology 1	NURS 419	4
Total		16

2nd Term: Spring, Year 1

COURSE NAME	COURSE #	SEMESTER HOURS
Pathophysiology & Pharmacology 2	NURS 420	3
Adult Health Nursing 1	NURS 423	7
Nursing Care of Women and Childbearing Families OR Psychiatric - Mental Health Nursing	NURS 443 OR NURS 463	4
Readiness for Professional Nursing Practice	NURS 428	2
Total		16

3rd Term: Fall, Year 2

COURSE NAME	COURSE #	SEMESTER HOURS
Adult Health Nursing 2	NURS 433	6
Pediatric Health Nursing OR Population Health Nursing	NURS 453 OR NURS 473	4
Nursing Care of Women and Childbearing Families OR Psychiatric - Mental Health Nursing	NURS 443 OR NURS 463	4
Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice	NURS 438	3
Total		17

4th Term: Spring, Year 2

COURSE NAME	COURSE #	SEMESTER HOURS
Transition to Professional Nursing Practice	NURS 458	4
Leadership in Professional Nursing Practice	NURS 448	6
Pediatric Health Nursing OR Population Health Nursing	NURS 453 OR NURS 473	4
Total		14

GRAND TOTAL		63

View course descriptions in the UIC Catalog

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