Capital University

What you'll study

The programme combines foundational sciences and liberal‑arts study with progressive nursing theory, skills practice and supervised clinical experience. Early years focus on human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology and health assessment. Core nursing modules cover adult health, maternal and child health, mental health nursing, community and public health, and chronic disease management.

Across the degree students study evidence‑based practice, nursing research methods, quality improvement, healthcare ethics, leadership and management, and informatics. Clinical simulation and skills lab work are integrated throughout, and students complete multiple supervised clinical placements in acute, community and specialised settings. In later stages students choose a pathway emphasis—nursing administration, nursing research or clinical nursing—and undertake a capstone project or practicum that reflects that focus.

• Foundational science and health assessment
• Pharmacology and pathophysiology
• Adult, maternal‑child, mental health and community nursing
• Evidence‑based practice and nursing research methods
• Leadership, management and health systems
• Clinical simulation and supervised practicum placements
• Capstone project or specialised practicum in administration, research or clinical practice

Entry requirements

Applicants normally need a completed secondary school qualification or equivalent and fulfilment of required prerequisite subjects such as biology and chemistry; mathematics and a writing or English requirement are also typically expected. Admissions looks for academic readiness, relevant volunteer or paid experience in healthcare if available, and personal qualities suited to nursing.

Typical admissions steps include submission of transcripts, a personal statement, and references. Successful applicants will need to meet professional clearance conditions prior to clinical placements, including immunisation requirements, a background check, and a current basic life support (CPR) certificate. Transfer applicants are considered on the basis of prior college credit and completion of prerequisite courses with acceptable grades.

Career prospects

Graduates qualify to sit the licensure examination required to practise as registered nurses and go on to careers in hospitals, community health services, primary care, mental health services, long‑term care and specialist clinics. Those who follow the nursing administration pathway are prepared for roles in ward management, service coordination and operational leadership. The nursing research route supports roles in clinical research teams, data collection and analysis, and positions that feed into policy development and evidence‑based practice. The clinical nursing emphasis prepares graduates for advanced bedside practice, speciality nursing roles and clinical educator positions.

Many graduates progress to postgraduate study (for example a Master of Science in Nursing, nurse practitioner programmes, or doctoral research degrees) to move into advanced clinical practice, leadership, education or research careers. Additional opportunities include work in public health, quality improvement, healthcare consultancy and clinical trials.

Why study at Capital University

Capital University combines a liberal‑arts foundation with dedicated nursing education, offering small class sizes, personalised faculty mentorship and extensive hands‑on learning. The programme benefits from strong clinical partnerships with hospitals and community healthcare providers in the region, enabling diverse placement experiences across acute, community and specialised settings.

Facilities include clinical skills labs and simulation suites that mirror real‑world practice, supporting safe development of clinical competence before placement. Faculty are practising clinicians and researchers who emphasise evidence‑based care, leadership and professional ethics. Students also receive support through academic advising, clinical placement coordination and career services to prepare for licensure and employment after graduation.