Program Overview
The Nursing at University of Prince Edward Island is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. 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 Canada 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 6,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Charlottetown, Canada
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
- Human Physiology & Pathophysiology
- Foundations of Graduate Study
- Theoretical Foundations of Nursing
- Advanced Primary Health Care
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree in nursing from an approved or accredited university is required. A minimum average of 75% or a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B) in the last twenty courses of a baccalaureate nursing program is required.
- Prior completion of a Research Methods course, an Introductory Statistics course, and a course in Nursing Theory, or equivalent.
- Individuals applying for the Nurse Practitioner Stream, must have a minimum of two (2) years experience in clinical nursing practice.
- Proof of active practicing nurse registration in Canada is necessary (i.e. proof of registration card). Applicants from other countries may apply, provided they have active practicing registered nurse status in their home country. Payment of International fees will be required of all students from outside Canada. Once enrolled in the program, all students must maintain active practicing nurse registration with the Association of Registered Nurses of Prince Edward Island.
- Upon acceptance into the Master of Nursing program, students must submit a completed up-to-date immunization record, a certified criminal record check, and confirmation of current CPR Certification at the Health Care Provider level.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 6,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 6,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Prince Edward Island 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 University of Prince Edward Island
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, Canada
TheUniversity of Prince Edward Island(UPEI) is apublic universityinCharlottetown,Prince Edward Island, Canada, and the only university in the province. Founded in 1969, the enabling legislation is...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
