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Nursing plays an important role in the health care system. Candidates can pursue a UG degree in Nursing after completing their Class 12. Candidates can also pursue PG and diploma in Nursing in various colleges.

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Nursing Syllabus - List of Subjects

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Subject Title

Subject Details

Microbiology

This course allows students to understand the basics of microbiology and the methods for identifying various microorganisms. It further dives deep into the process of infection control alongside control measures for hospital and community settings.

 

The students will gain in-depth knowledge of the following:

 

  • Understand the importance of medical microbiology and its role in nursing.

 

  • Know about the various branches of medical microbiology. You shall also learn about the source and mode of infection for most diseases found in human beings.

 

  • Methods of infection control such as sterilisation and disinfection.

Nutrition

Optimum nutrition is very important for maintaining good health and performance. Students pursuing this course will gain first hand information about the different stages of nutrition and the role of nursing.

 

Students will get to learn the following concepts:

 

  • History and concepts related to nutrition. The course will give students a 360-degree overview of factors affecting food and nutrition.

 

  • Different types of nutrients and the importance of a balanced diet.

Physiology

This course will help you understand the physiology of human systems, apart from understanding the alterations owing to the physiology of various diseases and the role of nursing in the same.

 

Students will learn about the following:

 

  • Cell physiology - its applications and implications in the field of nursing.

 

  • Structure, formation and movement of the human skeletal system.

 

  • Blood formation, blood groups and the functions of your heart.

 

English

English is a prerequisite to professional success in all fields right now. As a nursing graduate, you must have basic English skills.

 

This subject covers the following topics:

 

  • Tenses, active and passive voice

  • Letter and paragraph writing

  • Prepositions and Articles

  • Direct and indirect speech

Nursing Foundations

As is evident, this subject explores the foundational concepts associated with nursing. The students will gain first-hand knowledge of the philosophy, objectives, and theories of nursing.

 

Students will get to know about the following topics:

 

  • Definition and Concept of Health and Wellness

  • Types, organisation and functions of hospitals

  • Categories of nursing personnel

Typical Elective Subjects for Nursing

Subject Title

Subject Detail

Child Health Nursing

This course deals with providing nursing care for sick and normal children. Also sometimes referred to as paediatric nursing, it requires the students (nurses) to tend to the unique healthcare needs of neonates and adolescents.

 

You shall learn about the process of child development alongside inculcating additional qualities like communication skills, among others.

 

The curriculum covers the following aspects:

 

  • The historical significance of child health

  • The modern concept of child healthcare

  • Difference between response to illness: Adults and children

  • Factors affecting the growth and development of children

 

Mental Health Nursing

Mental health is quickly emerging as one of the most crucial aspects of medical care. It also dives deep into the modern framework for mental health care alongside the role of a mental health nurse in various settings.

 

Concepts taught as part of the syllabus include:

 

  • Evolution of mental health services

  • Concept of normal and abnormal behaviour

  • Classification of mental disorders

  • Mental status examination

  • Psycho-pharmacology

Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing

Through this course, students will learn about the importance of midwifery and obstetrical nursing. They’ll get to understand the concepts associated with caregiving for normal and high-risk pregnant women. One can even participate in family welfare programmes after completing this course.

 

Students get hands-on knowledge about the following:

 

  • Trends and issues in midwifery and obstetrical nursing

  • Physiology and stages of labour

  • Management and diagnosis of women during the antenatal, postnatal and antenatal period

  • Physiology of puerperium

 

Pharmacology

Students pursuing this course will understand concepts like pharmacodynamics and principles related to therapeutics and its implications in nursing.

 

As a student, you’ll be able to:

 

  • Understand the basics of pharmacology

  • Understand the different types of antiseptics, disinfectants and insecticides

  • Identify the impact of various drug-acting systems in the body

Detailed Syllabus for Nursing

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Semester

Core/Elective

Course Title

Subject Description

1

Anatomy

Human Anatomy

As the title says the subject of human anatomy basically deals with the workings of the human body.

 

From understanding the structure of the different parts of our body to the impact of different diseases this subject gives students a complete overview of how we function.

 

The students are going to learn about the following:

 

  • The cell structure

  • Membranes and glands - their structure and classification

  • Types of tissues

  • Nervous and sensory systems

  • Skeletal system and bones

  • Structure and classification of human joints

2

Sociology

Sociology

Introducing students to concepts associated with Sociology, the subject deals with the role of community and social institutions in the country.

 

 

Common topics covered here are:

 

  • Nature and Evolution of Culture

  • Meaning and classification of groups

  • Malthusian theory of population

  • Population explosion in India.

3

Pathology

Pathology

A rather popular subject in medical science and nursing, Pathology deals with the causes and origins of common diseases.

 

Exploring concepts such as body tissues, fluids, and organs, the candidates will learn a lot about the study and diagnosis of a disease.

 

The subject is also concerned about the disruptions in the structure and functions of the body owing to diseases.

 

Some common topics covered here include:

 

  • Importance of studying pathology

  • Infiltration and Regeneration

  • Nature and Growth of Cancer Cells - Benign and Malignant

  • Different types of blood cells

  • Methods of collecting blood specimens.

 

 

4

Genetics

Genetics

Human genealogy is an interesting phenomenon. The concept of genes and inheritance are widely discussed among people, and this subject dives deeper into the scientific aspects associated with the same.

 

Students will be able to understand how certain character traits and habits are passed from one generation to another, usually due to changes in DNA.

 

Concepts covered here include:

 

  • Concept and basics of genetics

  • Chromosomes and sex determination

  • Mendelian theory of inheritance

  • Mechanisms of Inheritance

 

 

5

Child Health

Child Health Nursing

Child health is one of the most important aspects, both in nursing and medical science.

 

Students will get to know how the environment and their lifestyle habits impact the child's growth.

 

 

Subjects covered here include:

 

  • Introduction to child health

  • Differences between adults and children - Physical, Physiological and Psychological

  • Impact of hospitalisation on children and their family

  • Accidents: Prevention and Causes

  • Immunisation against diseases

  • Nursing management in common childhood diseases.

 

 

6

Mental Health

Mental Health Nursing

This course is geared towards helping students understand the modern approach towards mental health; its prevention, and identification.

 

The mental health of an individual can impact people and their relationship with others. It can also affect their own physical health in multiple ways.

 

Some of the topics covered here include:

 

  • Perspective of Mental Health and Mental Health Nursing

 

  • Prevalence of mental health problems

 

  • Concept of normal and abnormal behaviour

 

  • Aetiology and bio-psycho-social factors

 

  • Principles of mental health nursing

 

  • Standards of mental health nursing

 

  • Therapeutic Communication: Types, Techniques and Characteristics

 

  • Nursing management of patients with mental health disorders

 

7

Nursing Research and Statistics

Nursing Research and Statistics

This subject deals with the ethics of nursing, alongside a basic understanding of the research process.

 

Students will also conduct or participate in research studies across different scenarios. They'll be able to use the findings of the research to offer quality nursing care to patients.

 

Topics covered here include:

 

  • Introduction and Definition of Nursing Research and Research

 

  • Characteristics of Good Research

 

  • Need and Importance of Nursing Research

 

  • Identifying problem areas

 

  • Research Approaches

 

  • Population, Sample and Sampling

 

8

Medical-Surgical Nursing

Medical-Surgical Nursing

This is a practical subject focused on care-giving for adult patients who are unwell owing to different diseases and medical conditions.

 

Candidates will get to learn about the below components:

 

  • Assessment of neurological status.

 

  • Care-giving for patients with spinal and head injuries

 

  • Assessing severity of burns

 

  • Assistance in OT setup

 

  • Performing ECG and interpret accordingly

 

  • Supervising infection control

 

  • Administering rehydration therapy

 

  • Observing reconstruction surgery

 

Specialisations offered in Nursing

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Specialisation

Subjects

Description

Diploma in Critical Care Nursing

  • Anatomy

  • Psychology

  • Professional trends and adjustments

  • Clinical nursing

  • Nursing management in critical care conditions

This course has been created to offer students an opportunity to become an expert in critical care medicine. You can further develop skills required for ethical, patient-centred practice for critical care.

Diploma in Home Nursing

  • Sociology

  • Importance and role of personal hygiene

  • First Aid

  • Medical surgical nursing

  • Fundamental of nursing

This specialised course is ideal for individuals looking to pursue a career in Nursing of in-home nursing.

 

Here you shall learn about the various methods one can use for care-giving. It also talks about the process of treating them to save their lives.

Diploma in Emergency and Ophthalmic Care Management

  • Basic science in ophthalmology

  • General anatomy and physiology

  • Optics, refraction and ophthalmic equipment

  • Optics and refraction glasses

  • Common eye disorders

  • Health education

This is a one-year specialised course that trains people on how to deal with disorders and infections of the eye.

 

Students can choose this specialisation if they want to focus on ophthalmology as a career.

Diploma in Nursing Administration

  • Practical aspects of nursing

  • Administration of Health Services in India

  • Group dynamics

  • Resource management

  • Supervision, counselling and guidance

This is a one-year programme focused on helping in-service nurses with the skills needed to manage nursing staff at a hospital or medical institution.

This includes everything from policy formulation and decision-making to drawing up budgets.

Books and Authors related to Nursing

The following table brings the list of top books and their authors which are taught in the Nursing curriculum.

Subject

Book title

Authors

Description of book

Sociology

Introduction to Sociology

Prem Sharma

This book offers students an in-depth look at how human society functions on a daily basis, while also recommending ways to handle them during the process of care-giving.

Human Anatomy

Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology

Elaine Marieb & Suzzane Keller

This book offers students a complete overview of how human anatomy functions. With multiple illustrative examples and diagrams, the authors emphasise the various aspects of anatomy and physiology.

Psychology

Psychology for Nurses

R Sreevani

Organised into 9 chapters, this book is the ideal resource for students to understand the utility and applications of psychology in nursing.

 

It includes a glossary of related terms alongside illustrations and diagrams.

Nutrition

Food and Nutrition for Nurses

Ruma Singh

This book highlights the importance of nutrition, both in general and special situations. Ideal for nurses and nutrition graduates alike, it covers an extensive amount of information in the form of illustrative examples, diagrams and tables.

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Popular Nursing Colleges in India

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Popular Exams

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Popular Nursing UG Courses

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UG Courses

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Once BSc Nursing is completed, there are a number of great choices for higher studies. The most sought after option is MSc Nursing, which is a 2 year Post-Graduate Nursing Program with specializations in Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pediatrics Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Obstetric and Gynecological N

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As per the popularity basis by the shiksha.com, candidates must check the table below for some of the top BSc Nursing colleges in Delhi NCR along with their tuition fees.

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Galgotias UniversityINR 6.04 lakh
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Sharda School of Nursing Science & ResearchINR 10.88 lakh
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As per the popularity basis by shiksha, listed below are some of the top Nursing colleges in Nagpur, along with their tuition fees.

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Government Medical College, NagpurINR 35,200
AIIMS NagpurINR 2,400
Suretech College of NursingINR 1 Lacs - INR 2.65 lakh
V.S.P.M's College of B.Sc. Nursing and Research CentreINR 1.88 Lacs - INR 3.63 lakh
Asharam School and College of Nursing, KampteeINR 2.84 lakh

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Private Nursing colleges in Ahmedabad are typically more expensive than the government colleges because they have modern infrastructure, experienced faculty, and provide good placement options to the candidates. Some of the best colleges are listed below.

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Lokmanya College Nursing CoursesINR 1.68 Lacs - INR 4.32 lakh
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For most nursing colleges in Ahmedabad, admission is based on Class 12 merit rather than a separate entrance exam. However, some states conduct a common entrance test for nursing admissions.

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M.Sc Nursing in Ahmedabad is available in several specialisations. The most popular ones include medical-surgical nursing, Paediatric nursing, Obstetrics and gynaecology nursing, Psychiatric nursing, Community health nursing, Critical care nursing. Each specialisation leads to a specific career path

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Yes, nursing graduates from Ahmedabad can apply for AIIMS nursing recruitment. AIIMS conducts its own recruitment exams for nursing officer positions. The basic eligibility is a B.Sc Nursing or GNM degree from a recognised institution and registration with the State Nursing Council. 

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Government nursing colleges in Ahmedabad have a limited number of seats, which is why competition is very high. The exact number of seats varies from college to college and is approved by the Indian Nursing Council. Seats are divided into different categories including general, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS.

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There are about 50 Nursing colleges in Ahmedabad, including 26 private colleges, 9 are government colleges, and public-private etities own 1 college. Admission will be based on Class 12 marks basis. Some of the top colleges are B. J. Medical College, Silver Oak College Of Nursing, Lokmanya College,

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As per the popularity basis by the shiksha.com, listed below are some of the top Nursing colleges in Ahmedabad along with their tuition fees.

Top CollegesTuition Fee
Silver Oak College Of NursingINR 4.88 lakh
Lokmanya CollegeINR 1.68 Lacs - INR 4.32 lakh
J.G. College of NursingINR 1.4 Lacs - INR 2.84 lakh
GCS College of NursingINR 2.7 Lacs - INR 3.92 lakh
KD Institute of Nursing ScienceINR 2.16 lakh

NOTE: The tuition fees given above are from the official college's site and may vary.

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Choosing a good nursing college is essential for your future. Keep in mind these factors while finalizing a college:

Check whether the college is recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University.

Find out whether the college has a good linked te

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There are many scholarships approved for nursing students. The Tamil Nadu government has provided different type of scholarships for SC/ST students, OBC students and also for the poorest students. The central government also has approved many other scholarships such as National Scholarship Portal (N

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Yes, most established nursing colleges in Coimbatore are recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and approved by the Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council (TNNMC). They are also affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), which is the main university for health sciences

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NEET is not mandatory for B.Sc Nursing admissions in most of the states, like Tamil Nadu. But some nursing colleges attached to apex medical institutions or deemed universities consider NEET as a part of their selection process. Nerin or more of the colleges consider Class 12 merit. You should alway

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For most nursing programmes, you need to have completed Class 12 from a recognised board. For B.Sc Nursing and GNM, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) in Class 12 is mandatory in most colleges. The minimum percentage required is usually 45% to 50% in PCB combined. For M.Sc Nursing, you need a B.S

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Yes, DSU provides BSc in Nursing to the students who want to pursue their career in medical field. It is a four years UG course which is divided into eight semesters. Students must be atleast 17 years old for this course. Students must have cleared class 12 with minimum 45% marks in PCB and English.

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Most GNM programs in Dehradun require candidates to have completed Class 12. For GNM, the eligibility is Class 12 in any stream, preferably science, with 40% marks. So even students from non-science backgrounds can pursue GNM as long as they have completed Class 12 with the required marks.

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