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1 Philosophy of M.Sc Nursing Programme 2

2 Aims of M.Sc Nursing Programme 3

3 Objective of M.Sc Nursing Programme 4-5

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PHILOSOPHY, AIMS, & OBJECTIVES OF M.Sc NURSING

PHILOSOPHY

INC believes that:

Health is a well- being that enables a person to lead a psychologically, socially and economically productive
life. Health is not a privilege but a right of all the people. Individuals, families and communities have a
responsibility towards maintaining their health.

Nursing contributes to the health services in a vital and significant way in the health care delivery system. It
recognizes national health goals and is committed to participate in the implementation of National Health
policies and program. It aims at identifying health needs of the people, planning and providing quality care in
collaboration with other health professionals and community groups.

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSc Nursing) programme is designed on the belief that nursing is not
just a profession but a service to humanity, rooted in science, compassion, and ethics. The philosophy
emphasizes that health is a fundamental human right and nurses play a vital role in promoting, restoring, and
maintaining health at individual, family, and community levels.

It is believed that postgraduate nursing education should:

 Develop advanced knowledge and skills in various specialties so that nurses can function as expert

clinicians, educators, administrators, and researchers.

 Provide opportunities for critical thinking, creativity, leadership, and research, enabling nurses to face

challenges in the dynamic health care system.

 Prepare nurses to contribute to evidence-based practice and improve standards of care in hospitals,

communities, and national health services.

 Emphasize holistic care, respecting cultural diversity, human dignity, and ethical principles.

 Encourage lifelong learning so that nurses remain updated with scientific advancements and new health

challenges.

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AIMS OF MSC NURSING PROGRAMME

The primary aim of the MSc Nursing programme is to prepare professional nurses who can assume
leadership roles in education, practice, administration, and research.

The programme aims to:

1. Equip nurses with specialized knowledge and clinical expertise so that they can provide advanced
nursing care in hospitals and communities.

2. Prepare competent nurse educators who can train the next generation of nurses using modern teaching
methods and evidence-based practices.

3. Develop nurse administrators with the ability to plan, organize, and evaluate nursing services effectively
within health care organizations.

4. Train nurse researchers who can conduct systematic studies, generate new nursing knowledge, and apply
research findings in practice.

5. Promote leadership and decision-making skills so that MSc nurses can actively participate in health policy
formation and implementation.

6. Strengthen a commitment to lifelong learning, professional growth, and ethical practice.

7. Apply knowledge from physical, biological and behavioral sciences,medicine including Alternative
Systems and Nursing in providing nursing care to individuals, families and communities
8. Demonstrate understanding of lifestyle and other factors, which affecthealth of individuals and groups.
9. Provide Nursing Care based on steps of nursing of Nursing Process in collaboration with the individuals
and group
10. Demonstrate Critical Thinking in making Decisions in all situations inorder to provide quality care.
11. Prepare graduates to assume responsibilities as professional, competent nurses and midwives at basic
level in providing promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative services.

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OBJECTIVES OF MSC NURSING PROGRAMME

At the end of the MSc Nursing programme, the graduate nurse will be able to:

1. Knowledge and Critical Thinking

 Apply concepts from nursing theories, models, and allied sciences to deliver specialized care.

 Use analytical and reflective thinking to solve complex health problems.

 Demonstrate a broad and in-depth understanding of advanced nursing concepts, technology, and global

health trends.

2. Advanced Clinical Competence

 Perform comprehensive health assessments and apply diagnostic reasoning to identify health problems.

 Provide evidence-based interventions for individuals with acute, chronic, and critical illnesses.

 Manage patients requiring specialized care in areas like obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatric nursing,

community health, and medical-surgical nursing.

 Act as a consultant in clinical practice, guiding other health professionals and students.

3. Education Role

 Plan, design, and evaluate nursing education programmes at undergraduate and diploma levels.

 Use innovative teaching strategies like problem-based learning, simulation, and e-learning.

 Guide and mentor nursing students, junior nurses, and staff in their professional development.

4. Research Contribution

 Conduct independent research projects to address health problems and improve nursing practice.

 Critically appraise research studies and integrate findings into patient care.

 Publish research findings and contribute to nursing literature and knowledge base.

5. Administration and Leadership

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 Function as a nursing leader in hospital, community, or educational institutions.

 Effectively manage human, material, and financial resources in health care settings.

 Contribute to policy-making and health care reforms at institutional, regional, and national levels.

6. Ethics and Professionalism

 Demonstrate accountability, responsibility, and ethical decision-making in practice.

 Respect cultural values, patient rights, and human dignity in all aspects of care.

 Uphold the standards of the nursing profession and contribute to its advancement.

MORE OBJECTIVE

 Increased cognitive, affective, psychomotor competencies and the ability to utilize these potentialities for
efficient nursing performance
 Assess health status, identify nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients/clients
that contribute to health of individuals, families and communities.
 Demonstrate competencies in techniques of nursing based on concepts and principles from selected areas
of nursing, physical, biological and behavioral sciences.
 Participate as members of health team in the promotive, preventive, curative and restorative health care
delivery system of the country.
 Demonstrate in communication and interpersonal relationship.
 Demonstrate leadership qualities and decision-making abilities in various situations.
 Demonstrate skills in teaching to individuals, groups in community health settings.
 Demonstrate managerial skills in community health settings.
 Practice ethical values in their personal and professional life.
 Participate in research activities and utilize research findings in improving nursing practice.
 Recognize the need for continued learning for their personal and professional development.

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