Faculty of Nursing

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The Faculty of Nursing offers undergraduate programs leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree. Students who complete the BScN are eligible to write the NCLEX Examination to become a Registered Nurse in Canada.

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Participating in a Faculty of Nursing graduate program will position you as an innovative and expert nurse leader who is ready to advance professional nursing roles in diverse and complex contexts. The Faculty of Nursing offers a Master of Nursing program and a PhD in Nursing program.

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The Faculty of Nursing offers cutting-edge programs. We serve the community by advancing and sharing nursing knowledge through teaching, research and public service. To foster high-quality evidence-based nursing care the Faculty of Nursing welcomes donations from alumni, colleagues, friends, and industry partners for scholarships, bursaries, student resources, research and endowed research chairs.

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Faculty of Nursing News

Student Spotlight: Laura Reifferscheid

January 15, 2021

Meet Laura and learn about her experience as a PhD student in the University of Alberta Faculty of Nursing
Announcement: College Deans Named for New Colleges

January 14, 2021

On December 11, 2020, in a historic decision, the Board of Governors adopted the recommendation of General Faculties Council (GFC) to establish three new colleges effective July 1, 2021.
COVID-19 restrictions may be even harder on people in assisted living than those in long-term care: U of A nursing researcher

January 13, 2021

New study seeks input from family members and facilities to understand impact, plan for next pandemic.
U of A leadership mentorship program for Black youth 'eye-opening'

December 26, 2020

It was through a mentorship program for Black youth in Toronto that Bukola Salami first decided to become a nurse. Now a nursing professor, Salami wants to give Black youth in Edmonton the same kind of inspiration and support she received by pairing teens with Black academics at the University of Alberta.
Vaccination in a Pandemic: Dr. Shannon MacDonald awarded $335,000 in CIHR Rapid Research Funds to address vaccinations under COVID-19

December 23, 2020

University of Alberta Faculty of Nursing Assistant Professor Dr. Shannon MacDonald and her team receive COVID-19 CIHR Rapid Research Funds to address the health challenges surrounding routine vaccinations and future COVID-19 vaccine acceptance in Canada.
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COVID-19 Information for Nursing Students

This page features recent information shared with the Faculty of Nursing students to address the impact of COVID-19 on their studies, including relevant resources, information for students, and FAQs pertaining to the academic changes due to the pandemic.

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COVID-19 Information for Faculty & Staff

Campus remains closed to the public for Winter 2021. Work for most employees will continue remotely to minimize the number of people on our campuses to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

COVID-19 Info for Faculty & Staff