M.Sc. Nursing
Cultivating advanced practice nurses and nursing leaders equipped to shape healthcare delivery through specialized knowledge and scholarly excellence.
Overview
People’s College of Nursing & Research Centre offers specialized two-year Master’s programmes that develop nurses into clinical experts and academic leaders. These postgraduate courses suit nursing graduates pursuing mastery in specific clinical domains or nursing education. The curriculum integrates advanced theoretical frameworks, research methodologies, clinical expertise, and leadership competencies. Participants develop capabilities for independent practice, teaching responsibilities, and healthcare innovation.
Duration & Eligibility
Duration: Two years
Level: Postgraduate (PG)
Eligibility: B.Sc. Nursing degree from INC-recognized institution with minimum one year post-qualification clinical experience. Valid registration with State Nursing Council required.
Syllabus/Modules
Specialization Tracks:
- Community Health Nursing: Public health principles, epidemiology, community assessment, health programme management, family nursing
- Medical Surgical Nursing: Advanced pathophysiology, critical care, perioperative nursing, oncology nursing, rehabilitation
- Psychiatric Nursing: Mental health assessment, therapeutic interventions, psychiatric disorders management, counseling techniques
- Obstetrics & Gynaecological Nursing: High-risk pregnancy care, women’s health, reproductive health, neonatal nursing
- Paediatric Nursing: Child health assessment, developmental care, pediatric emergencies, family-centered nursing
Highlights
- Intensive clinical practicum in specialty areas
- Research dissertation under experienced faculty guidance
- Advanced practice skill development with specialized procedures
- Interdisciplinary learning through case conferences and workshops
- Teaching practice opportunities in undergraduate nursing education
- National and regional academic conference participation
Admission
Selection through academic merit evaluation and entrance procedures following Indian Nursing Council postgraduate admission protocols.
Career
Specialists serve as clinical nurse specialists, nurse practitioners, or department coordinators in tertiary hospitals and specialized treatment centers. Academic positions as nursing faculty, clinical instructors, and programme directors represent prominent pathways. Opportunities include nursing research positions, doctoral education, healthcare consultancy, nursing administration, clinical audit teams, international nursing assignments, healthcare policy advisory roles, and nursing journal editorial work. This qualification positions graduates for influential roles in clinical nursing excellence, nursing education transformation, and healthcare system advancement.