Overview
Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science (PBNS) at Norvic College of Health Sciences and Technologies
Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science (PBNS) at Norvic College of Health Sciences and Technologies (NCHST) is a three-year nursing degree affiliated with Purbanchal University. The college is located in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, and Norvic International Hospital serves as a key clinical practice setting for its students.
PBNS builds on previous nursing education and professional experience. Its academic work moves from medical and nursing sciences into midwifery, community health, psychiatric nursing, education, research, management, oncology nursing, and a third-year elective area.
Course overview
| Field | Details |
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| Course: | Post-Basic Bachelor of Nursing Science (PBNS) |
| College: | Norvic College of Health Sciences and Technologies |
| Affiliation: | Purbanchal University |
| Duration: | 3 academic years |
| Location: | Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Admission: | MECEE-BL under prevailing MEC rules |
| Professional Council: | Nepal Nursing Council |
The revised Purbanchal University curriculum changed the earlier two-year post-basic nursing structure to three academic years. The course gives experienced nurses further study in clinical nursing, community health, nursing education, management, research, and specialized nursing practice.
What students study in PBNS
The first year strengthens the scientific and clinical base needed for advanced nursing study. Subjects include Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, Microbiology and Parasitology, Biochemistry, Nutrition and Dietetics, Medical-Surgical Nursing-I, Nursing Concept and Theories, Pediatric Nursing, Medical Sociology/Anthropology, and Professional English.
The second year moves into Midwifery-I, Community Health Nursing-I, Psychiatric Nursing-I, Educational Science, Epidemiology, Geriatric Nursing, and Applied Computer Technology.
Third-year study places greater emphasis on professional responsibility, research, management, and specialization. Students study Leadership and Management, Research and Biostatistics in Nursing, Oncology Nursing, and one elective area.
| Year | Main study areas | Practical emphasis |
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| First Year | Medical sciences, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, nursing concepts | Basic science, hospital and pediatric nursing practice |
| Second Year | Midwifery, Community Health Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Educational Science, Epidemiology, Geriatric Nursing | Maternity, community, mental health, geriatric and educational practice |
| Third Year | Leadership, research, oncology and elective nursing | Management, research, oncology and elective practicum |
Elective areas
The third-year elective allows students to concentrate on one of four nursing areas:
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Community Health Nursing-II
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Midwifery-II
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Medical-Surgical Nursing-II
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Psychiatric Nursing-II
The elective includes both theory and practicum. This part of the curriculum gives students concentrated study in an area connected with community services, maternal care, hospital nursing, or mental health nursing.
Practical and clinical learning
PBNS contains substantial practical work across all three years. The university curriculum includes first-year practice in general and children's hospital settings, along with laboratory-related basic science and nutrition practice.
Second-year clinical work covers maternity, specialty and mental health settings, senior citizen care, educational institutions, and community health practice. Community placements may include health administration offices and primary health-care settings.
The third year includes management practicum, oncology practice, research work, and the practicum attached to the student's elective subject. Research activities cover proposal preparation, conducting research, and report writing.
At NCHST, Norvic International Hospital is a key setting for practical exposure. The hospital is a 200-bed multi-specialty facility with inpatient and outpatient services. The college also uses faculty members for classroom teaching, demonstrations, clinical supervision, and research guidance.
Teaching and assessment
PBNS uses classroom teaching alongside discussion, demonstration, observation, assignments, presentations, practical assignments, term papers, self-directed learning, and problem-based learning.
Assessment has separate theory and practical components. For theory courses, internal assessment carries 20 percent and the final examination carries 80 percent. Practical assessment consists of 80 percent internal assessment and 20 percent final examination in the major elective subject.
Eligibility for PBNS
Applicants need to have:
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Passed PCL Nursing from a recognized institute.
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Completed at least one year of work experience in a recognized health institution after obtaining the Nepal Nursing Council license.
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Met the applicable admission requirements for the relevant admission cycle.
Admission to PBNS follows MECEE-BL and the prevailing rules, guidelines, code of conduct, scholarship provisions, seat-allocation system, fee structure, and admission procedures of the Medical Education Commission (MEC), Nepal.
Seats are determined by MEC and may vary between admission years. Fee provisions, scholarships, seat distribution, examination guidelines, and admission procedures may also change according to MEC decisions and the official admission calendar.
Program objectives
PBNS develops advanced nursing knowledge and practical capability for health services, nursing management, community participation, research, and nursing education.
The curriculum also develops leadership, problem-solving, communication, planning, evaluation, and research abilities. Its broader academic direction prepares nursing graduates for responsibilities connected with patient care, community health, nursing education, management, and research.
Professional direction and licensing
The course has a strong professional nursing focus. Depending on elective study, experience, professional requirements, and available opportunities, graduates may work in areas connected with hospital nursing, community health nursing, midwifery, psychiatric nursing, nursing education, management, and research.
Professional practice remains subject to the prevailing requirements of the Nepal Nursing Council. Graduates must meet the applicable professional licensing requirements, including the relevant licensing examination required for entry into professional practice.
