Post Basic Bachelor in Nursing Science (PBNS)

Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science (PBNS) at Om Health Campus

The Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science (PBNS) at Om Health Campus is a three-year bachelor-level nursing program affiliated with Purbanchal University. It is designed for nurses who have already completed PCL Nursing and have professional nursing experience.

The program combines nursing science, clinical practice, community health, education, research, leadership, and an elective nursing area. Its academic structure includes hospital and community practice alongside classroom study, with increasing emphasis on management, research, and specialized nursing during the final year.

Quick Highlights

• Course: Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science (PBNS)

• College: Om Health Campus

• Affiliation: Purbanchal University

• Duration: 3 academic years

• Location: Gopikrishnanagar, Chabahil, Kathmandu, Nepal

• Entry background: PCL Nursing

• Professional experience: At least one year in a recognized health institution after NNC license

• Admission: MECEE-BL under the prevailing Medical Education Commission framework

• Study components: Theory, practical study, clinical practice, community work, research, management, and elective nursing study

• Elective areas: Community Health Nursing-II, Midwifery-II, Medical-Surgical Nursing-II, or Psychiatric Nursing-II

Course Purpose and Academic Focus

PBNS is structured as an academic progression for nurses who already have foundational nursing education and professional experience. The program develops further knowledge and practical capability in nursing science, primary health care, health management, research, communication, nursing education, and leadership.

The curriculum also develops nursing practice across midwifery, medical-surgical nursing, psychiatric nursing, and community health nursing. Research and Biostatistics in Nursing and Leadership and Management form part of the third-year study, connecting clinical nursing with research and service administration.

Eligibility and Admission

Eligibility: Applicants are required to have passed PCL Nursing from a recognized institution and completed at least one year of work experience in a recognized health institution after obtaining an NNC license.

Bachelor-level nursing admission is based on MECEE-BL and follows the prevailing rules, scholarship provisions, seat allocation, fee structure, code of conduct, and admission procedures of the Medical Education Commission (MEC).

Seats are determined for each admission cycle and may vary from year to year. Fee, scholarship, seat allocation, and admission arrangements are governed by the applicable MEC decisions and official academic calendar.

PBNS Curriculum Structure

The third-year elective allows study in Community Health Nursing-II, Midwifery-II, Medical-Surgical Nursing-II, or Psychiatric Nursing-II.

Clinical and Practical Learning

Practical education is distributed across all three years. First-year clinical work includes general and children's hospital settings together with basic science and nutrition practice.

Second-year practice extends to maternity, specialty and mental health settings, senior citizen care, nursing education practice, and community health work. Third-year practical study includes management, oncology nursing, research activities, and practice connected with the selected elective area.

Teaching methods include lectures, group discussion, observation, demonstration, individual and group assignments, practical assignments, term papers, self-directed study, and problem-based learning.

Assessment

The revised curriculum divides theory assessment between internal assessment and the final written examination:

• Theory: 20% internal assessment and 80% final examination

• Practical: 80% internal assessment and 20% final examination in the major elective subject

Assessment and examination arrangements remain subject to the prevailing academic and regulatory framework.

Professional Direction and Licensing

The course develops academic and practical preparation relevant to clinical nursing, community health nursing, midwifery, psychiatric nursing, nursing education, management, and research.

After completing the program, graduates must pass the applicable professional licensing examination before entering professional practice. For nursing graduates, the relevant professional body is the Nepal Nursing Council.

Study Environment at Om Health Campus

PBNS students study within the nursing and health education environment of Om Health Campus in Chabahil, Kathmandu. Campus facilities include a library, science laboratory, multimedia resources, internet, health care, conference facilities, hostel, cafeteria, transport, counselling, and scholarship support.

FAQ

How long is the PBNS course at Om Health Campus?

The Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science program is completed over three academic years.

Who can apply for PBNS?

The curriculum requires PCL Nursing from a recognized institution and at least one year of work experience in a recognized health institution after obtaining an NNC license.

Which university is the PBNS program affiliated with?

The PBNS program at Om Health Campus is affiliated with Purbanchal University.

Is an entrance examination required for PBNS admission?

Bachelor-level nursing admission is based on MECEE-BL and follows the prevailing Medical Education Commission admission framework.

What elective subjects are available in the third year?

Students study one elective area from Community Health Nursing-II, Midwifery-II, Medical-Surgical Nursing-II, or Psychiatric Nursing-II.

Does PBNS include practical and clinical study?

Yes. Clinical, community, educational, management, research, and elective-related practical components are distributed across the three years.