Post Basic Bachelor in Nursing Science (PBNS)

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

The Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science (PBNS) at Nagarik College of Health Sciences is a three-year nursing program under Purbanchal University. It is structured for nurses progressing from proficiency-certificate nursing education to bachelor-level study.

The course brings together medical-surgical nursing, pediatric nursing, midwifery, community health, psychiatric nursing, geriatric nursing, oncology nursing, education, research, and management. Its later stage also allows students to concentrate on an elective nursing area. Clinical, community, educational, research, and management practice form part of the three-year academic structure.

Key Highlights

PBNS Course Structure

Purbanchal University restructured the post-basic nursing program into three academic years and renamed it Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science. The program is intended to develop nursing knowledge and practice across hospital, community, maternal health, mental health, research, education, and management settings.

A distinguishing part of PBNS is the elective component in the third year. Students study one of four nursing areas: Community Health Nursing-II, Midwifery-II, Medical-Surgical Nursing-II, or Psychiatric Nursing-II.

Eligibility and Admission

Eligibility: The academic entry background for PBNS includes passing PCL Nursing from a recognized institute and having at least one year of work experience in a recognized health institution after obtaining Nepal Nursing Council licensing.

Admission to nursing education is based on MECEE-BL and follows the prevailing rules, guidelines, code of conduct, scholarship provisions, seat allocation system, fee structure, and admission procedures established by the Medical Education Commission.

Seat numbers are determined by MEC for the applicable admission cycle and may change from one year to another. Fees, scholarships, seat distribution, examination provisions, and admission procedures are governed by current MEC decisions and the official MEC calendar.

PBNS Curriculum

First Year

The first year combines basic health sciences with medical-surgical and pediatric nursing. 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

Practical study accompanies Basic Science/Nutrition, Medical-Surgical Nursing-I, Pediatric Nursing, and relevant laboratory areas.

Second Year

The second year moves into maternal health, community practice, mental health, education, epidemiology, and ageing-related nursing:

• Midwifery-I

• Community Health Nursing-I

• Psychiatric Nursing-I

• Educational Science

• Epidemiology

• Geriatric Nursing

• Applied Computer Technology

The academic year includes clinical practice in maternity, specialty, and mental-health settings, along with geriatric practice, educational-science practice, and community health practicum.

Third Year

Third-year study focuses on professional management, research, oncology nursing, and a chosen elective area:

• Leadership and Management

• Research and Biostatistics in Nursing

• Oncology Nursing

• Elective Subject

The elective options are Community Health Nursing-II, Midwifery-II, Medical-Surgical Nursing-II, and Psychiatric Nursing-II.

Practical work in the final year includes management practicum, clinical work in oncology-related settings, research activities covering proposal preparation, research conduct and report writing, and practice related to the selected major subject.

Teaching and Practical Learning

PBNS uses interactive lectures, group discussion, observation, demonstration, assignments, individual and group presentations, observation visits, practical assignments, term papers, self-directed study, and problem-based learning.

These approaches are used across theory and practical study, with clinical and field placements changing according to the subject and year of study.

Examination and Evaluation

Theory subjects use two components:

• Internal assessment: 20 percent

• Final examination: 80 percent

Practical evaluation uses:

• Internal assessment: 80 percent

• Final examination in the major elective subject: 20 percent

The distribution reflects the course's emphasis on continuous practical assessment alongside written academic evaluation.

Elective Nursing Areas

PBNS includes four possible areas of concentrated study during the final year.

Community Health Nursing connects nursing practice with primary health care and community-level services. Midwifery concentrates on maternal, reproductive, and related nursing care. Medical-Surgical Nursing focuses on nursing care within hospital and clinical settings, while Psychiatric Nursing addresses mental-health nursing and related care settings.

Professional Licensing

PBNS students enter the program with a nursing background and prior Nepal Nursing Council licensing as part of the stated academic eligibility.

Professional nursing practice remains subject to the requirements of the Nepal Nursing Council. After completing the course, graduates must meet the applicable professional council licensing requirements for entry or continuation in regulated nursing practice.

FAQ

What is the duration of PBNS at Nagarik College of Health Sciences?

The Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science program has a duration of three academic years.

Which university is the PBNS program under?

PBNS at Nagarik College of Health Sciences is under Purbanchal University.

Who can apply for PBNS?

The academic entry background includes PCL Nursing from a recognized institute and at least one year of work experience in a recognized health institution after Nepal Nursing Council licensing. Admission also follows the prevailing MECEE-BL and MEC framework.

Does PBNS include clinical practice?

Yes. Clinical, community, educational, management, research, and elective-related practical work are incorporated across the three-year course.

What elective subjects are available in PBNS?

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

How is PBNS evaluated?

Theory evaluation consists of 20 percent internal assessment and 80 percent final examination. Practical evaluation carries 80 percent internal assessment and 20 percent final examination in the major elective subject.

Is MECEE-BL applicable to PBNS admission?

Yes. Nursing admission follows MECEE-BL and the prevailing Medical Education Commission rules for the applicable admission cycle.

Can PBNS seat numbers change?

Yes. Nursing seats are determined by MEC for the relevant admission cycle and may vary from year to year.