Post Basic Bachelor in Nursing Science (PBNS)

Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science (PBNS) at Birat Health College

The Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science (PBNS) at Birat Health College in Biratnagar-4, Morang, is a three-year bachelor-level nursing program affiliated with Purbanchal University. The revised 2019 (2076) curriculum is designed for PCL Nursing graduates who already have professional nursing experience.

PBNS builds on prior nursing education and practice. Its academic areas include medical-surgical nursing, midwifery, community health nursing, psychiatric nursing, nursing education, leadership and management, research, oncology nursing, and elective specialization. Theory is supported by clinical, community, educational, laboratory, management, and research practice.

Quick Highlights

Who Is PBNS For?

The PBNS program at Birat Health College is intended for nurses who have already completed PCL Nursing and gained professional experience after obtaining a Nepal Nursing Council license.

The program extends that previous nursing preparation into bachelor-level study, with greater attention to specialized nursing practice, management, education, research, and clinical decision-making.

Eligibility

Eligibility: Applicants must have passed PCL Nursing from a recognized institution and have at least one year of work experience in a recognized health institution after obtaining a Nepal Nursing Council license.

Because PBNS is a post-basic nursing program, prior nursing education and professional practice form part of the entry requirements rather than beginning nursing study from the foundational level.

MECEE-BL Admission

Admission to PBNS follows MECEE-BL and the prevailing admission framework of the Medical Education Commission (MEC), Nepal.

Admission is governed by the applicable MEC rules, guidelines, code of conduct, scholarship provisions, seat allocation system, fee structure, and admission procedures. Seats, fees, scholarships, examination guidelines, and related admission arrangements are subject to revision according to MEC decisions and the applicable MEC calendar.

Three-Year PBNS Curriculum

First Year

The first year strengthens basic sciences while extending students' nursing knowledge through medical-surgical and pediatric practice.

Subjects include:

• Anatomy and Physiology

• Pharmacology

• Pathophysiology

• Microbiology/Parasitology

• Biochemistry

• Nutrition and Dietetics

• Basic Science/Nutrition Practical

• Medical-Surgical Nursing-I

• Nursing Concept and Theories

• Pediatric Nursing

• Medical Sociology/Anthropology

• Professional English

Medical-Surgical Nursing and Pediatric Nursing include practical components alongside theory.

Second Year

The second year moves further into specialized and community-oriented nursing areas:

• Midwifery-I

• Community Health Nursing-I

• Psychiatric Nursing-I

• Educational Science

• Epidemiology

• Geriatric Nursing

• Applied Computer Technology

Clinical practice during this stage covers maternity, specialty and mental health settings, geriatric care, nursing education practice, and community health activities.

Third Year

The final year focuses on management, research, oncology, and a selected nursing specialization.

Subjects include:

• Leadership and Management

• Research and Biostatistics in Nursing

• Oncology Nursing

• Elective Subject

Students select an elective area from:

• Community Health Nursing-II

• Midwifery-II

• Medical-Surgical Nursing-II

• Psychiatric Nursing-II

The elective component includes an extended practicum connected with the selected nursing area.

Clinical and Practical Learning

Clinical practice is distributed across all three academic years. First-year practice includes general hospital and children's hospital settings along with microbiology, parasitology, biochemistry, and nutrition-related laboratory work.

Second-year students undertake practice connected with maternity care, specialty nursing, mental health, geriatric care, nursing education, and community health. Community practice may involve health offices, primary health care facilities, health posts, and selected communities.

Third-year practice includes nursing management, oncology-related clinical experience, research work, and the chosen elective area. Research practice covers proposal development, conducting research, and report writing.

Learning Approach

The PBNS curriculum uses lectures alongside group discussion, observation, demonstrations, assignments, presentations, practical tasks, observation visits, term papers, self-directed study, and problem-based learning.

At Birat Health College, nursing education is also supported by laboratory facilities, library resources, internet access, tutorial classes, and transportation for clinical and community activities.

Nursing Specialization Areas

A distinguishing part of PBNS is its third-year elective structure. Students develop further academic and practical exposure in one of four nursing areas: community health nursing, midwifery, medical-surgical nursing, or psychiatric nursing.

These areas connect with the wider purpose of the program, which covers nursing care in hospitals and communities together with health education, planning, management, evaluation, and research.

Professional Nursing Context

PBNS applicants are already required to have obtained a nursing license and completed the prescribed professional experience before admission. Professional nursing practice remains subject to the requirements of the Nepal Nursing Council.

The program can support nursing responsibilities involving clinical care, community health, nursing education, management, research, and the student's selected specialization. Employment and professional roles depend on licensing status, qualifications, experience, recruitment requirements, and the requirements of individual health institutions.

FAQ

What is the duration of PBNS at Birat Health College?

The Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science is a three-year academic program.

Which university is PBNS at Birat Health College affiliated with?

The program is affiliated with Purbanchal University.

Who can apply for PBNS?

Applicants must have completed PCL Nursing and have at least one year of work experience in a recognized health institution after obtaining a Nepal Nursing Council license.

Is MECEE-BL required for PBNS admission?

Yes. PBNS admission follows MECEE-BL and the prevailing admission provisions of the Medical Education Commission.

Does PBNS include clinical practice?

Yes. Clinical and practical learning is included throughout the three years, covering hospital nursing, maternity care, community health, mental health, geriatric care, management, oncology, research, and elective practice.

What elective areas are available in PBNS?

The curriculum provides elective options in Community Health Nursing-II, Midwifery-II, Medical-Surgical Nursing-II, and Psychiatric Nursing-II.

Does PBNS include research?

Yes. Third-year study includes Research and Biostatistics in Nursing with practical research work covering proposal writing, research implementation, and report writing.