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Nursing–Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (PHCNP)

York University
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #38
Tuition EUR 6,528 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,848 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Toronto, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Nursing–Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (PHCNP) at York University 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–Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (PHCNP) 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 6,528 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,848 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Toronto, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Nursing–Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (PHCNP) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Theoretical/philosophical Foundations of Nursing Science
  2. Quantitative Methods in Nursing Science
  3. Advanced Health Assessment & Diagnosis
  4. Therapeutics in Primary Health Care

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • GPA: B
  • Recommendations: 3
  • Statement of interest
  • Resumé or CV
  • Equivalent of two years\' full-time practice (a minimum of 3640 hours within the past five years) as a registered nurse following graduation using the employer-completed Verification of Employment Hours form (see the Supplementary Information Form).
  • Be a member of College of Nurses of Ontario and hold annual registration payment card
  • Member and carrying liability protection (LAP) with the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (or equivalent in home province)

English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 6,528 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,848 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: EUR 6,528 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,848 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact York 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 York University

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York University

Toronto, Canada

York University(also known asYork Uor simplyYork;French:Université York)is apublicresearch universityinToronto, Ontario, Canada. It is Canada's third-largest university,with approximately 53,500...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months