M.Sc.Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing is a postgraduate course that lasts for two years. The course covers education that deals with taking care of patients. It includes various subjects like Nursing Management, Nursing Research, and Nursing Statistics.
| Course Name | Master of Science in Nursing |
| Short Name | M.Sc. Nursing |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Stream | Medical |
| Course Mode | Full Time / Part Time |
| Course Type | Degree |
| Exam Type | Annual/ Semester System |
| Minimum Qualification Required | BSC nursing |
| Designations | Nursing Supervisor, Medical Advisor, Nursing Tutor, etc. |
| Employment Sectors | Nursing Homes, Healthcare Centres, Military Hospitals, Medical Universities or Colleges, etc. |
| MSc Nursing Core Subjects | Nursing Education, Clinical Nursing, and Nursing Management |
M.Sc.Nursing Specialisations
There are various M.Sc.Nursing specialisations in India that students can opt for. The specialisations can be done as part of this course or a standalone course for a more specific career path. Here is a list of the specialisations:
- M.Sc. (Medical Surgical Nursing)
- M.Sc. (Paediatric Nursing)
- M.Sc. (Psychiatric Nursing)
- M.Sc. (Community Health Nursing)
- M.Sc. (Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing)
M.Sc.Nursing Employment Areas
- Colleges & Universities
- Defense Services
- Health Departments / Hospitals / Clinics
- Industrial Houses / Factories
- Nursing Science Schools
- Railways & Medical Departments
M.Sc.Nursing Job Types
- Home Care Nurse
- Senior Psychiatric Nurse
- Nurse
- Nurse & Patient Educator
- Nursing Educator / Nursing Tutor
- Nurse Manager / Nursing Assistant
- Ward Nurse & Infection Control Nurse