Overview
Indian Academy College of Nursing is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) and recognised by Karnataka State Nursing Council (KSNC) and the Indian Nursing Council (INC), and approved by the Government of Karnataka. Our programs are built to give students a strong academic foundation along with meaningful, real-world exposure.
Students gain rich clinical experience in some of Bengaluru’s leading healthcare institutions, including:
• P. D. Hinduja Sindhi Hospital
• Sri Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain Hospital
• Vision India Mental Health Nursing
• Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology
• Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health
• Ulsoor & D J Halli Maternity Centre
• Bettahalasur, K Narayanapura Primary Health Centre
Eligibility
Candidates applying for the Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing program must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)
- Be a registered nurse
- Have passed the Pre-University examination in Arts, Science, or Commerce conducted by the Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka, or an equivalent examination
- Be below 48 years of age as of 31 December
- Be medically fit
Course Objectives
On completing the Post Basic B.Sc Nursing program, graduates will be able to:
- Assess health status, identify nursing needs, and plan, implement and evaluate care for individuals, families and communities
- Demonstrate competence in nursing techniques grounded in physical, biological and behavioral sciences
- Contribute effectively as members of the healthcare team in promotive, preventive, curative and restorative services
- Communicate clearly and build strong interpersonal relationships
- Apply leadership qualities and make informed decisions across various situations
- Teach individuals and groups in community health settings
- Demonstrate managerial skills in community health environments
- Uphold ethical values in personal and professional practice
- Participate in research and apply findings to improve nursing care
- Recognise the importance of continuous learning for personal and professional development
Course Structure
Course Duration: 2 years
As prescribed by the university, students study the following subjects:
First Semester
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Child Health Nursing
- Obstetrical and Gynaecological Nursing
- Nursing Foundation
- Psychology
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry and Biophysics
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- English and Computer Science (optional)
Second Semester
- Sociology
- Community Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Nursing Management and Education Services
- Nursing Research
Career Pathways
Career paths for nursing graduates have expanded greatly. Today, students can explore roles across a wide spectrum of healthcare settings.
- Staff Nurses
- Industrial Nurse
- School Health Nurse
- Nursing Educator
- Deputy Nursing Superintendent
- Health Care Researcher
- Specialised Nurses
- Corporate Health Care Professionals
- Departmental Supervisor/Assistant Nursing Superintendent
- Community Health Nurse
- Home Nurse
- Nursing staff in various grades
- Ward Sister or Nursing Supervisor
- Administrator
- Nurse Director
- Military Nurses
- Global Nursing Opportunities
- Director of Nursing
Syllabus
First Year
Second Year
Asynchronous Learning
In today’s world, the workforce is expected to stay informed, build new skills and continue growing through lifelong learning. Asynchronous learning, as a key part of online education, has become an essential tool for meeting this need. It allows higher education to reach more learners, support diverse learning paths and create opportunities for continuous development.
