Post RN

2-year degree program

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Post RN Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Post RN BSN) is a two-year degree program designed for Registered Nurses (RNs) who have already completed their General Nursing Diploma and Midwifery (or equivalent qualification). This program aims to enhance nurses’ professional knowledge, leadership skills, and evidence-based practice competencies, enabling them to provide advanced, quality healthcare and take on leadership roles within the healthcare system.

The Post RN BSN curriculum bridges the gap between diploma-level and degree-level nursing education, focusing on areas such as nursing management, community health, education, research, and professional ethics. The program combines classroom instruction with clinical training, preparing nurses to respond effectively to the changing demands of modern healthcare environments.

Graduates of the Post RN BSN program are equipped to work as Nurse Managers, Nurse Educators, Clinical Supervisors, or Public Health Nurses, and can pursue higher education such as MSN or specialization programs.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. To be eligible for admission into the Post RN Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Post RN BSN) program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

    1. Educational Qualification:

      • Three-year Diploma in General Nursing.

      • One-year Diploma in Midwifery (or specialization in lieu of midwifery for male nurses, such as OT, ICU, Psychiatry, etc.).

    2. Registration:

      • Valid and current registration with the Pakistan Nursing & Midwifery Council (PN&MC) as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Registered Midwife (RM) or equivalent.

    3. Experience:

      • Minimum of one year of clinical experience after obtaining RN registration.

    4. Academic Requirement:

      • Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or equivalent (12 years of education).

    5. Additional Requirements:

      • Successful completion of the admission test and interview conducted by the institution.

      • Submission of all verified academic and professional documents at the time of admission.

Post RN (2-Year) Degree Programme Fee Structure
FEE STRUCTURE
Post RN (2-YEAR) DEGREE PROGRAMME
PARTICULARS SEMESTER-I SEMESTER-II SEMESTER-III SEMESTER-IV TOTAL
Prospectus Fee Free -
Admission Fee Free -
Semester Tuition Fees 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 280,000
Security Fees -
Misc -
PNC Pre-Registration Fee 1,000 1,000
KMU Registration Fee 4,000 4,000
KMU Retention Fee 7,500 7,500 15,000
KMU Examination Fee 6,600 7,700 6,600 2,200 23,100
Health Foundation Fee -
Midterm Examination Fee -
Hostel Fee -
Convocation Fee -
Total Fee Per Semester 81,600 85,200 76,600 79,700 323,100
SEMESTER I
S.N. Course Category Theory Clinical Skills/Lab Credits
1 Microbiology GE (NS) 1.5 - 0.5 02
2 Biochemistry GE 1.5 - 0.5 02
3 English – Functional English GE 03 - - 03
4 Fundamentals of Nursing – I Major 02 - 01 03
5 Anatomy & Physiology – I Major 2.5 - 0.5 03
6 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan GE 02 - - 02
7 Information and Communication Technology GE 01 - 01 02
Total Credits = (17)
SEMESTER II
S.N. Course Category Theory Clinical Skills/Lab Credits
1 Fundamentals of Nursing – II Major 02 01 01 04
2 Quantitative Reasoning – I GE 03 - - 03
3 Anatomy & Physiology – II Major 2.5 - 0.5 03
4 Applied Nutrition ID 02 - - 02
5 Theoretical Basis of Nursing GE (AH) 02 - - 02
6 Islamic Studies / Ethics GE 02 - - 02
Total Credits = (16)
SEMESTER III
S.N. Course Category Theory Clinical Skills/Lab Credits
1 Professional Communication Skills GE 03 - - 03
2 Clinical Pharmacology and Drug Administration – I Major 02 - - 02
3 Medical Surgical Nursing – I Major 03 03 01 07
4 Health Assessment – I Major 01 - 01 02
5 Pathophysiology – I Major 02 - 01 03
Total Credits 17
SEMESTER IV
S.N. Course Category Theory Clinical Skills/Lab Credits
1 Applied Psychology ID 03 - - 03
2 Medical Surgical Nursing – II Major 03 03 01 07
3 Health Assessment – II Major 01 - 01 02
4 Pathophysiology – II Major 02 - - 02
5 Clinical Pharmacology and Drug Administration – II Major 02 - - 02
6 Professional Ethics for Nurses Major 02 - - 02
Total Credits = (18)

Graduates of the Post RN Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Post RN BSN) program are equipped with advanced clinical knowledge, leadership abilities, and research skills that open diverse career paths in both clinical and academic settings. After completing the program, nurses can pursue the following roles:

    • Nurse Educator – Teach and train nursing students in colleges and universities.

    • Clinical Nurse Supervisor – Oversee and guide nursing staff in hospitals or healthcare facilities.

    • Nurse Manager / Administrator – Manage nursing departments, develop policies, and ensure quality care delivery.

    • Public Health Nurse – Work in community health programs, disease prevention, and health promotion.

    • Research Nurse – Participate in clinical research and evidence-based healthcare studies.

    • School / Occupational Health Nurse – Provide healthcare services in educational or industrial organizations.

    • Specialist Nurse – Pursue advanced practice in areas such as critical care, emergency, or psychiatric nursing.