B.Sc. in Nursing

Nursing is a health and medical sciences programme that prepares students to care for individuals, families and communities. This degree at C. K. Tedam University of Technology & Applied Sciences is offered under the School of Nursing and Midwifery. It leads to a career in one of the most essential roles in healthcare.

What a nursing degree covers

A nursing programme of this kind usually starts with the sciences behind care: anatomy, physiology, microbiology and pharmacology. From there you move into clinical skills, patient assessment, disease prevention and health promotion. Many programmes also include practical placements in hospitals and clinics, where you learn to work under supervision with real patients. By the end, you are expected to think quickly, communicate clearly and act with compassion in stressful situations.

How competitive entry is

Entry into this programme is less competitive. That means your WASSCE grades do not need to be exceptionally high compared to more competitive health programmes, but you still need to meet the general requirements for a degree in health sciences. If you meet the subject requirements, your chances of admission are reasonably good. The same level of competition applies at other institutions such as Central University, so it is a realistic option for many SHS leavers.