Nursing McMASTER UNIVERSITY
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Graduates are prepared to be professional nurses who will practice in a variety of health-care settings. Central to our mission is the preparation of nurses who will work to enhance the quality of health of individuals, families, communities and society. Students seeking to enter a career in nursing choose McMaster for its self-directed, problem-based undergraduate curriculum that places students at the centre of all learning. A small-group learning context fosters close relationships between faculty and students – and among the students themselves, enabling learning to be customized to the strengths and needs of the group.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program promotes the development of nursing as a caring, client-centred, scientifically-based profession. 2
Collaborative Nursing Program McMaster’s current nursing curriculum uses a problem-based, small group, self-directed educational model. Students may complete their McMaster (BScN) degree at one of three sites: McMaster University (www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/nursing)
Applicants will be considered for admission to each institution to which they apply. Applicants interested in either Mohawk or Conestoga colleges must apply through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS). Students attend the institution to which they are admitted for the
Mohawk College (www.MohawkCollege.ca)
entire four years of the program. Transfer from the colleges to the
Conestoga College (www.conestogac.on.ca)
university site is not an option. Students from all three institutions will graduate with a McMaster University Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree upon successful completion of the program.
Our Teaching
Skills
As students progress in the BScN program, they will find an
The Canadian Nurses Association states that the knowledge, skills
increasing emphasis on interpersonal skills, independent learning
and judgement required by the nurses of the 21st century “can only be
and development of leadership skills. Students have opportunities
acquired through the depth and diversity of a university education.�
to indicate a preference for their clinical placements in Levels III
In McMaster's BScN Program students learn how to:
and IV based upon their learning needs and interests. There is also
behave professionally
an opportunity to complete a Level IV professional practice course
communicate professionally in a variety of forms
at a Canadian outpost, northern or international setting. The Health Sciences Library has recently been renovated to meet the needs of the 21st century learning environment. The
(verbal, non-verbal and written) use concepts and theories from nursing, biological and behavioural sciences
focus of the design is on "people space" with a Learning Commons,
work effectively in groups as a team player
an e-Classroom, study rooms, a reading pavilion and wireless
help others learn (peers and patients)
access throughout.
think critically and problem solve develop leadership skills engage in self and peer evaluation develop professional practice skills for a variety of settings.
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Level I Course Descriptions Note: The unit value of a particular course is indicated by the last digit of the course code (i.e. 1AA3 = 3 units).
Level I Program
Health Sciences 1LL3
Nursing 1G03
The curriculum has been planned so that
Human Biochemistry I
Introduction to Nursing and Health II
the study of nursing and its physiological,
Introduction to proteins, DNA, RNA,
Students will be introduced to concepts of
psychological, social sciences and humanities
chromosomes and their building blocks; gene
health and healing and will explore group
aspects are interrelated and span the entire
expression; proteins, carbohydrates and fats
process theory. They will learn to define
program. Level I provides the foundational
as fuels in the production of energy for living,
clinical questions relevant to nursing and to
knowledge for developing professional
including nutritional aspects.
use evidence-based approach to address
competence as a nurse.
Health Sciences 1H06
Total = 30 units Required: 27 units, including: Health Sciences 1BS0, 1LL3, 1H06 Nursing 1A00, 1F03, 1G03, 1I02, 1J02, 1K02 Psychology 1X03, 1XX3 (or 1N03, 1NN3 at Conestoga site only) One elective course in the fall term only (student’s choice), example Anthropology 1A03
Human Physiology and Anatomy I
Nursing 1I02
A study of anatomy and physiology of the
Introduction to Nursing Practice
communication and locomotion systems,
This course introduces students to the scope
and the systems maintaining homeostasis.
of professional practice and the meaning
Health Sciences 1BS0 Biosafety Training BSL 1 biosafety training for the handling of
of caring in nursing. Students will learn assessment skills, communication, and intervention skills in the clinical laboratory.
non-pathogenic bacteria, cell lines, blood and
Nursing 1J02
body fluids or mammalian tissues based on
Professional Nursing Practice I
federal Laboratory Biosafety Guidelines.
Students will extend their knowledge of
Nursing 1A00
professional practice in the clinical laboratory focusing on healthy adults. Students will
Introduction to Health and Safety
apply knowledge of growth and development,
Introduction to safety guidelines at McMaster
professional relationships and narrative
University, acceptable safety conduct and
enquiry to healthy persons across the lifespan.
positive safety attitudes and practices in laboratories and Workplace Hazardous
Nursing 1K02
Materials Information System (WHIMIS).
Health and Well-Being of Diverse Populations I
Nursing 1F03
Health and well-being are explored from multiple perspectives. Students will
Introduction to Nursing and Health I
explore professional responsibilities of
This introductory course will familiarize
civic engagement by completing 32 hours
students with ways of knowing in nursing.
of service learning, lectures and seminars
Students will learn self-directed and
across two terms.
person-based learning within a problem-based learning approach, to facilitate their learning throughout the BScN program.
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these questions.
Psychology 1X03
Clinical Experience
Introduction to Psychology,
In Level I students develop nursing skills for clinical practice in the Centre for
Neuroscience & Behaviour
Simulation Based Learning.
This course introduces the scientific
In Levels II to IV, students gain knowledge and skills through direct patient care in
methods used to study the psychology of
both hospital and community settings. Transportation to and from all clinical sites is
higher order processes and interpersonal
the responsibility of the student.
behaviour. Three hours (web modules,
Clinical practice helps students apply theory learned in the classroom and is an
weekly tutorials); one term.
integral part of the program.
Psychology 1XX3
Placements in the local area include: four acute care hospitals (one right on
Foundations of Psychology,
campus), City of Hamilton – Social and Public Health Services, two visiting nursing
Neuroscience & Behaviour
agencies and several long term care facilities. Our catchment area includes sites
This course builds on the scientific methods of
in Halton, Peel, Niagara and Brant regions. Depending on the accessibility of public
PSYCH 1X03 and introduces important themes
transportation, students may need to rely on the use of a vehicle.
as the foundations to investigate psychology,
Opportunities for students’ practice may include:
neuroscience and behaviour with an emphasis on sensory systems, and behaviours critical to
caring for children and adults
Level IV students may select a placement in
survival. Three hours (lecture, web modules,
in acute care medical or
a Canadian outpost, northern or international
weekly tutorials); one term.
surgical settings
setting (students have traveled to Chile,
maternal/child (maternity)
England, Botswana, Alaska, Northern Ontario,
mental health
the Northwest Territories, Newfoundland,
public health
British Columbia, Australia, Thailand and
visiting nursing
Columbia). For more information, visit:
long term care
http://www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/nursing/
primary health care
international_outpost.shtml
Typical Timetable – First Year Kaleidoscope Curriculum Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
8:30 am Nursing 1F03 (T1)/1G03 (T2)
Friday Nursing 1I02 (T1)/1J02 (T2)
9:30 am 10:30 am
Nursing 1K02 (T3) (lecture)
11:30 am
Nursing 1K02 (T3) (tutorial)
12:30 pm
Health Sciences 1H06 (T3) (lecture)
1:30 pm
Health Sciences 1H06 (T3)
Psychology 1XX3 (T2)
(lecture)
Health Sciences 1LL3 (T2)
Health Sciences 1LL3 (T2)
(tutorial)
(Lecture)
2:30 pm
Psychology 1X03 (T1)
Psychology 1XO3 (T1)
3:30 pm
Health Sciences 1H06 (T3)
Anthropology 1A03 (T1)
(lab/tutorial)
(tutorial)
4:30 pm 5:30 pm
Psychology 1XX3 (T2) Anthropology 1A03 (T1)
Health Sciences 1H06 (T3)
Anthropology 1A03 (T1)
Anthropology 1A03 (T1)
(lecture)
(case study)
(lecture)
(lecture)
(T1) Term 1 courses = September – December; (T2) Term 2 courses = January – April; (T3) Term 3 courses = September – April
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Career Opportunities A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is the gateway to a profession that offers an astounding array of career tracks and opportunities. It provides graduates with more than just a job! Registered Nurses practice independently or in teams with other health professionals to care for diverse clients across the lifespan. Nurses work in traditional settings in hospitals, nursing homes, public health and many more. They are present in a variety of areas such as pediatrics, emergency, maternity, psychiatry, palliative care or geriatrics to name a few. Nurses also work in non-traditional settings such as poison control centers, parishes, on the streets with homeless people, AIDS hospices or in a variety of other industries. Careers that are available to Registered Nurses include: staff nurses in hospitals, nursing homes, visiting nursing agencies and public health departments case managers for community care access centres entrepreneurs owning and managing health/nursing care businesses researchers in nursing care, education and health care educators of individuals, families, communities and nursing students.
Facilities Health Sciences Library – a recently
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Centre for Simulation Based Learning –
Standardized Patient Program – provides
renovated facility that meets the needs
Clinically-equipped examination rooms
a learning opportunity to teach, assess and
of the 21st century learning environment.
along with low and high fidelity simulation
refine communication and clinical skills.
The focus of the design is on "people space"
models give students the opportunity
A Simulated/Standardized Patient is a
with a Learning Commons, an e-Classroom,
to practice nursing. The Centre has
healthy, able-bodied person trained to
study rooms, a reading pavilion and
sophisticated audio visual equipment
portray the personality, history and affect of
wireless access throughout. Over 4000
to monitor and record students as they
an actual person in a specific situation in a
online journals and 850 online books related
practice their skills and receive feedback
realistic and reliable manner.
to health sciences are available, in addition
from peers and professors.
Anatomy Laboratory – A large number of
to the thousands of online resources in the
pre-dissected specimens complimented by
other campus libraries. A nursing liaison
models, medical images and demonstrations
librarian works with students to answer
are used to help learn about the structure of
their learning and research needs.
the human body.
Visitor Information t our s. mcm a st e r. ca
Regular Campus Tours Campus tours take about 1½ hours and are conducted by McMaster students. The entire campus is covered in the tour including a visit to at least one residence building. Please note: advanced notice of two to three working days is required tours are available Monday to Friday, from October 4 to December 7, 2010 and January 10 to April 5, 2011 tour times are 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. campus tours may be scheduled on some Saturdays with at least one week’s advance notice campus tours are also available throughout the summer, from mid-May to the beginning of August
You can meet students, staff and faculty, all who help define the distinct personality of
A visit is the best way to learn more about a university and get a feel for the campus.
the University. McMaster offers many opportunities to do this, from simply spending a couple of hours touring the campus to staying for a whole day and attending scheduled activities during one of our special visit days. Please contact us in advance to book your campus visit. This will ensure that we have time to make the necessary arrangements for
Virtual Tour (tours.mcmaster.ca) Unable to visit McMaster in person? Explore our picturesque
you. When you register for your visit you will receive details about start times, location, where to park, etc. Remember parents and friends are always welcome to join you!
campus via one of our online tours. You can take a Guided Tour that follows the same route as an in-person walking tour, create a personalized tour or simply explore major campus hotspots. We also offer a basic version for users
To register for a campus tour, contact the Student Recruitment &
Tour Portal tours.mcmaster.ca
Admissions Office:
will be provided for registered
phone 905-525-9140 ext. 23650 fax 905-524-3550
with a slower internet connection or older computer.
Complimentary parking passes
e-mail liaison@mcmaster.ca
Special Visit Events
campus tour visitors upon
Fall Preview
March Break
May@Mac
arrival. Please refer to your
October 30, 2010
Monday, March 14 –
Saturday, May 7, 2011
visit display areas and talk
Friday, March 18, 2011
University-wide Open House event
with reps from academic,
regular campus tours
applicants will be sent information
tour booking confirmation e-mail for further details. It is best to enter the campus via the Sterling Street entrance (Central Campus). Directions can be found online at:
www.mcmaster.ca/ welcome/findus.cfm
service areas and student groups in a relaxed and informal Roam Around Session tour the campus
faculty-specific activities available be sure to register in advance as group sizes are limited
in the Spring includes campus bus tours, special facility tours, sample lectures and lab demonstrations, opportunities to speak with professors, staff and students
Still have questions? ask.mcmaster.ca
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