Program Overview
The Nursing at Benedictine University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Nursing programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nursing programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Health Promotion and Interprofessional Collaboration
- Ethical and Culturally Competent Health Care Professional
- Evidence-Based Nursing Practice: Research and Process Improvement
- Health Care Informatics and Emergent Technologies
- Health Care Policy and Advocacy
- Quality Improvement and Safety in Health Care Systems
- Advanced Health Assessment
- Advanced Pathophysiology
- Advanced Pharmacology
- Instructional Strategies in Nursing Practice
- Learning and Curriculum Development in Nursing Practice
- Evidence-Based Nursing Practice Capstone Project
- Building Effective Communication and Relationships
- Professionalism and Executive Career Development
- Advanced Knowledge of Health Care Systems
- Nursing Leadership and Systems Thinking
- Financial Management and Resource Allocation in Health Care Systems
- Evidence-Based Nursing Practice Capstone Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Students must have an undergraduate degree from a program accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency for nursing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
Must be licensed as a registered nurse (RN) in the United States.
International students must complete evaluation by Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or Educational Perspectives to assess prior learning in other countries as it compares to U.S. education.
All international students must demonstrate they have met the English proficiency requirements for the degree program to which they are applying. Students applying to graduate programs must meet one of the following requirements:
- TOEFL Paper Based Test: 550
- TOEFL Internet Based Test: 78
- IELTS Exam: 6.0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 620 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Benedictine University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Benedictine University
Benedictine University
Lisle, United States
Benedictine University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 04/20/2026
- Start Date 2017-10-02
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 36
