Programme Overview
The Bachelor of Science with Honours in Nursing is a two-year post-registration degree programme jointly offered by SIT and the University of Glasgow. The nursing programme has been co-created and designed with inputs from practice partners and the Ministry of Health, and is accreditated by the Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) from May 2016 to May 2025.
This degree programme builds on the foundation that students have established during their nursing diploma studies. The aim of the programme is to develop critical, analytical and innovation skills, as well as leadership, research, teaching, and clinical competencies. Through the programme's applied learning approach, graduates will be able to translate new nursing knowledge into practice.
Do note that the healthcare staff guidelines and requirements that apply to healthcare institutions also apply to Health Sciences students. Non-compliance with these guidelines may affect your ability in meeting course requirements, graduating, obtaining registration or employment, and fulfilling bond obligations. It is crucial to adhere to these guidelines to ensure successful completion of your studies and future professional opportunities in the healthcare field.
Curriculum
The SIT-UofG Nursing programme has a range of modules designed to equip students with relevant knowledge and skills that will help them meet the healthcare challenges of Singapore and take the nursing profession forward. They will learn to analyse personal and professional values, and make sound, evidence-based and ethical decisions that will prepare them for leadership roles.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue more advancement opportunities in their future careers as Senior Staff Nurse, Senior Nurse Educator, Senior Nurse Clinician or Senior Nurse Manager. Graduates can also further their studies by undertaking a Master in Nursing after which they may also pursue future career opportunities in more senior positions such as Director of Nursing/Chief Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse or Principal Nurse Educator.
Career Options
Graduates can pursue further career advancement in clinical practice, education and management, such as:
- Nurse Clinician
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Manager
Eligibility and Exemption
SIT selects candidates for this programme using a holistic approach that considers passion and suitability for the profession, academic achievement, co-curricular involvement and medical clearance. Short-listed candidates will be invited for interviews. Students applying for entry to the Bachelor of Science with Honours in Nursing programme should:
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Be qualified as a Registered Nurse
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Hold current registration with the SNB
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Have successfully completed an SNB-accredited Diploma in Nursing programme in Singapore with a GPA of 3 or above. Only these two diplomas are accredited:
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Nanyang Polytechnic: Diploma in Nursing
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Ngee Ann Polytechnic: Diploma in Health Sciences (Nursing)
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View additional requirements and mandatory Medical Clearance for admission.
Fees and Finances
Singapore Citizen
Permanent Resident
International Student
Industry Advisory Committee
The members of the Industry Advisory Committee for this programme are:
Head and Senior Consultant, Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital and Alexandra Hospital
Group Director, Sector Capability & Transformation Group, National Council of Social Service
Deputy Chief Allied Health Officer, Director-General of Health’s Office, Chief Allied Health Officer’s Office, Ministry of Health
Group Director, Allied Health, National University Health System
Executive Director, NHG Cares Services (Allied Health) and Deputy Group Chief Allied Health, National Healthcare Group
Group Chief Nurse, National Healthcare Group
Group Director, Group Allied Health, SingHealth
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
Singapore General Hospital
Director, Allied Health, Woodlands Health
Chief Executive Officer, SPD