Almaarefa University
introduction
The Nursing program at College of Applied Science in Al Maarefa Colleges, aims to prepare students to meet the challenges of nursing practice in the ever changing and increasingly demanding health care delivery system in Saudi Arabia.
The Nursing program aims to:
- Fulfill the main mission and objectives of Al-Maarefa Colleges.
- Maintain consistency with employment needs nationally and internationally, while providing the core knowledge in the respective disciplines.
- Conform with the respective requirements of the Ministry of Higher Education
- Remain consistent with international standards and guidelines.
- The successful completion of a minimum of four years of study (135 credit hours) for Nursing. This is by successfully completing a number of accredited units from the General Curriculum at Al-Maarefa University, a number of accredited units from the compulsory courses taught at the college of Applied Sciences as well a number of accredited units from the chosen discipline.
- Successfully complete clinical training during the residency year (no less than 48 weeks of training 2 credit hours). During this year, the student will practice the knowledge and skills he has gained through clinical practice in a hospital.
Students starting in the first year study preparatory courses that enhance their skills through intense English courses and other courses that improve their communication skills and computer skills. To complete the graduation requirements for BSc. in Nursing, the students are required to successfully pass a total of 135 credit hours that are distributed over 8 levels (4 years)
Students in the Nursing department are required to complete a 48 weeks of internship/practical training as a requirement in an area related to Nursing at an accredited training organization.
The study plan is divided into three stages, as follows:
The first Phase: one year (two semesters) introductory courses in which general subjects are taught, in addition to the English language.
The second Phase: three years (six semesters) in which Natural & Relevant Health Science Courses and Nursing Core courses are taught.
The third Phase: One calendar year of nursing internship. (not less than 48 weeks of training, 2 credit hours) that the student spends in different departments in hospitals accredited by the university.
Graduation Requirements
Summary of graduation Requirement
| Courses | Credits Hours |
|---|---|
| Al Maarefa University General Education Requirements | 29 |
| Applied Sciences Health Science Major Requirements | 17 |
| Nursing Program Course Requirements | |
| Natural & Relevant Health Science Courses | 27 |
| Nursing Science Major Courses | 62 |
| One Year of Nursing Internship | 2 |
Al Maarefa University General Education Requirements
| NO | Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | COMP 100 | Computer Essentials | 3 |
| 2 | ISLM 101 | Islamic Culture | 2 |
| 3 | ARAB 101 | Arabic Language I | 2 |
| 4 | PHYS 101 | General Physics | 3 |
| 5 | ENGL 101 | General English I | 5 |
| 6 | ARAB 103 | Arabic Language II | 2 |
| 7 | ENGL 102 | General English II | 5 |
| 8 | COMM 201 | Communication Skills | 2 |
| 9 | ISLM 103 | Economic System in Islam | 2 |
| 10 | PSYC 201 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Total | 10 courses | 29 |
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PHSL 201 | Human Physiology | 3 |
| BIOC 200 | Biochemistry | 3 |
| MICR 201 | Microbiology | 3 |
| PATH 201 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| ETHC 411 | Ethics and Law for Health Professions | 2 |
| RSCH 460 | Research Methods for Health Sciences | 3 |
| 6 courses | 17 |
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Natural & Relevant Health Science Courses | ||
| BIOS 101 | Biostatistics | 3 |
| BIOL 101 | General Biology | 4 |
| CHEM 101 | General Chemistry | 4 |
| ENGL 103 | English for health Sciences | 3 |
| ISLM 301 | Contemporary Jurisprudential Medical Issues | 2 |
| COMP 201 | Computer for Health Sciences | 2 |
| ANAT 201 | Anatomy | 3 |
| PAAS 230 | Patient Assessment | 3 |
| PHAR 201 | Pharmacology | 3 |
| 9 Courses | 27 |
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Science Major Courses | ||
| NURS 231 | Foundation of Nursing Practice | 4 |
| NURS 241 | Adult Nursing Care I | 3 |
| NURS 242 | Adult Nursing Care Practice I | 5 |
| NURS 351 | Adult Nursing Care II | 3 |
| NURS 352 | Adult Nursing Care Practice II | 5 |
| NURS 353 | Teaching – Learning Strategies | 3 |
| HEAL 301 | Nutrition | 3 |
| NURS 361 | Reproductive Health Nursing | 5 |
| NURS 362 | Child Health Nursing | 5 |
| NURS 363 | Growth & Development | 3 |
| NURS 364 | Sociology Health & Health Care | 3 |
| NURS 471 | Community Health Nursing | 5 |
| NURS 472 | Psychiatric Health Nursing | 5 |
| NURS 481 | Nursing Management and Leadership | 5 |
| NURS 482 | Critical Care Nursing | 5 |
| 15 courses | 62 |
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| One Year of Nursing Internship | ||
| NURS 501 | Internship I | 1 |
| NURS 502 | Internship II | 1 |
| 2 courses | 2 |