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Nursing: Bachelor of Science Degree (BSN)

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

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Intake
  • Fall
  • Spring
Study Options
  • Work
    Experience
  • Location
    Langley
  • Campuses
    Langley

    Resources

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    City of Langley
  • Length
    Four Years (125 credits)
  • Tuition Estimate
    $5600 per year
  • Book & Supplies Cost Estimates
    $1200 per year
  • Credential Granted
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • University Course Transfer

Looking for ways to fund your education? Check out Kwantlen's financial aid and awards page.

Application Deadline Advice

This is a limited intake program. Limited intake programs are not offered every semester. Please check the academic calendar to verify when this program is being offered.

The application periods are:

Semester

Applications Open

Applications Close

Fall (Sept)

October 1

March 1*

Spring (Jan)

February 1

August 1*

Summer (May)

June 1

December 1*


*Note: Select programs may extend the application deadline, space permitting.

Application Fee: $40

1) Program Admission Requirements

Academic (minimum grade needed in bracket)

1. Complete KPU's Certificate in Health Foundations.

Non-Academic

1. After conditional acceptance, the following must be completed for final acceptance:

  • standard first aid and CPR Level C certification
  • immunizations consistent with the requirements of clinical agencies
  • Criminal Record Search completed within six months before enrollment in the program

Admission Advice
1. If spaces are oversubscribed, admittance will be based upon GPA.

2. For more information about KPU's Certificate in Health Foundations, please click here.

3. While the Certificate in Health Foundations is open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students, the Nursing program will only accept applications from Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents, or Landed Immigrants.

4. If you have any general questions about this program, don’t hesitate to contact the Future Students’ Office.


 

2) Institution Admission Requirements

Applicants also have to satisfy Kwantlen's institution admission requirements as listed below.

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English Language Requirements

English is the primary language of study at KPU. Therefore, all applicants must be able to demonstrate an appropriate level of English language proficiency for their undergraduate, vocational or preparatory area of study. English requirements can be found here.

General Admission Requirements (All Students)

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's General University Admission Requirements are found here.

BC Secondary School (or equivalent)

To qualify for admission into Kwantlen Polytechnic University, you must meet the English proficiency requirement in addition to any additional requirements for your intended program. For more information or to apply to KPU, visit: KPU High School Graduate.

Out-of-Province

To qualify for admission into Kwantlen Polytechnic University, you must meet the English proficiency requirement in addition to any additional requirements for your intended program. For more information or to apply to KPU, visit: KPU High School Graduate.

BC Transfer Student

You may request transfer credit for courses taken previously at another post-secondary institution. Transfer credit assessments take approximately 6-8 weeks. For more information or to apply to KPU, visit: KPU Transfer Students.

Out-of-Province Transfer Student

You may request transfer credit for courses taken previously at another post-secondary institution. Transfer credit assessments take approximately 6-8 weeks. For more information or to apply to KPU, visit: KPU Transfer Students.

Mature Student

At KPU, we proudly welcome students of all walks and ages. If you have not graduated from High School, have taken fewer than 24 post-secondary credits, and are 19 years of age or older, we can admit you as a mature student. Mature students bring a lot of experience and diversity into the classroom, and KPU will support you in achieving your personal and professional goals. For more information how you can apply to KPU, visit: KPU Mature Students.

 

International Student

Kwantlen Polytechnic University accepts applications from international students who meet the English Proficiency Requirement. All international undergraduate applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency prior to admission.

Details on admission for International Students can be found here.

Other Student (including Special Consideration)

There are 5 categories that offer students special consideration for admission:

  • Aboriginal
  • Visiting
  • Exchange
  • Concurrent
  • General Interest

To learn more about these categories, visit: Applicant Categories

 

How to Apply

Training in a program like this one can lead to different careers. Related occupations are presented to show potential career options, not definite outcomes.

Follow the links to learn more about these careers on WorkBC's career profiles.