Master of Science in Nursing, MScN

Overview

The Master of Science in Nursing (MScN) program produces graduates who have the knowledge, values, attitudes and competencies reflecting the philosophy, nature and scope of nursing in northern rural and remote areas. The program provides learners with opportunities to understand discovery, integration, application and dissemination of knowledge delimited by rigor and ethical integrity. The learner will develop a richer understanding of the discipline of nursing and its relationship to the context of health care service delivery and policy issues. The program also broadens learners' understanding of nursing by encouraging them to engage with scholars from other departments and disciplines as well as those with other professional experiences.

There are two streams in the MScN program, a thesis stream and a major research project stream. The thesis stream places emphasis on developing research abilities. The project stream focuses on the application and utilization of research evidence in practice. Both streams prepare the learner for research/academic career paths and dealing with nursing challenges.

The program consists of four core courses and two electives. Additionally, the thesis stream involves completion of two thesis courses. In contrast, the major research project stream involves completion of a clinical project in two Advanced Practice courses. Learners are expected to design their program of study to align with faculty expertise and available resources. Graduates of either stream would be eligible for doctoral programs.

The faculty's purposeful use of educational technologies enables learners to study from a distance. Depending on the course, however, learners may be required to come to campus a few times during the term for face-to-face interaction between learners and faculty. Throughout the graduate nursing curriculum, a variety of creative teaching/learning activities are implemented. Most notably, the integration of technology into the process of teaching and learning is enabling new methods and models of instructions. Using technology (e-mail, electronic bulletin board system, teleconferencing) allows learners to exchange knowledge, access expertise and reference material, and interact for peer support.

Program Duration

The MScN program is normally taken over a minimum of two years of full-time study and four years for part-time learners. Full-time learners must normally complete all degree requirements within four years of the original date of admission. Part-time learners are allowed up to six years. Learners are expected to enrol in each of three academic terms annually to avoid being withdrawn from the program.

Core courses and electives are offered in a combination of full-time and part-time studies, over three semesters. It is anticipated that electives will compliment the learner's course of study. The electives offered each year may vary and are subject to resources and demands. The program consist of 30 credits, including 12 credits of core course, 12 credits of thesis or advanced practice plus 6 credits of electives.

Program of Study

Admission

Application process for the MScN program [PDF]

School of Graduate Studies: Admission

Confidential Referee Appraisal Form [PDF]

Admission Deadline

Select members of the MScN program will review applications on March 31^st. For learners applying for grants/scholarships, it is recommended that applications be forwarded by February 1^st.

Please forward your submission to:

Admissions Department
Laurentian University
935 Ramsey Lake Road
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
P3E 2C6

Further Information

Enquiries regarding candidature, research or advanced practice supervision and requests for scholarships should be addressed to:

Phyllis Montgomery
MScN Coordinator, School of Nursing
Laurentian University
935 Ramsey Lake Road
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
P3E 2C6

Telephone: (705) 675-1151, ext. 3818
Fax: (705) 675-4861
Email: pmontgomery@laurentian.ca