Program Overview
This joint MScN program from Trent University and Ontario Tech University offers a flexible online format designed for working professionals. It focuses on professional practice leadership, particularly in healthcare informatics, and includes experiential learning and mentorship opportunities. Graduates will receive an MScN from either Trent University or Ontario Tech University, depending on their enrollment location. This innovative program aligns with the evolving healthcare landscape and collaborates with healthcare institutions to equip graduates with the skills to lead and implement changes in the industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This is a new joint Master of Science in Nursing (MScN) program offered by Trent University and Ontario Tech University.
- Objectives: This professional online degree program is designed to prepare graduates to be professional practice leaders who will ensure and implement expert practice, facilitate professional development, and provide leadership within our dynamic health care system.
- Program Description:
- The program focuses on professional practice leadership, with a particular emphasis on healthcare informatics.
- It offers a flexible online format, making it suitable for working professionals with busy schedules.
- It includes mentorship opportunities, interdisciplinary learning, and experiential learning through research, projects, and class assignments.
- Graduates will receive an MScN from either Trent University or Ontario Tech University, depending on their enrollment location.
Other:
- This is an innovative program that responds to the current changes and needs within the Canadian healthcare system.
- The program is designed to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge to lead and implement changes in the evolving healthcare landscape.
- The program's curriculum includes collaboration with healthcare institutions like Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Durham Public Health, and Ontario Shores.
Trent University
Overview:
Trent University is a public university located in Peterborough and Durham, Ontario, Canada. It is recognized as Ontario's top undergraduate university, known for its personalized learning experience and commitment to fostering global citizens. Trent University offers a transformative learning environment that prepares students for leadership and career success.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Trent University offers a vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community. Students have access to a wide range of opportunities to get involved, gain career experience, and make lifelong connections. The university boasts picturesque natural environments at both its Peterborough and Durham campuses, providing a unique and engaging learning experience.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Top-ranked undergraduate university in Ontario:
Trent University consistently ranks highly for its overall reputation and academic excellence.High graduate employment rate:
95% of Trent graduates are employed within two years of graduation.Personalized learning experience:
The university emphasizes small class sizes and close faculty-student relationships, fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment.Strong focus on global citizenship:
Trent University prepares students to be responsible and engaged citizens of the world, equipped to address global challenges.Academic Programs:
Trent University offers over 100 academic programs across various disciplines. The university is particularly known for its strengths in the following areas:
Environmental Studies:
Trent University is a leader in environmental research and education, with a strong focus on sustainability and conservation.Social Sciences and Humanities:
The university offers a wide range of programs in areas such as history, political science, psychology, and sociology.Arts and Culture:
Trent University has a strong arts and culture scene, with a vibrant theatre program, music ensembles, and visual arts studios.Other:
Trent University also offers online learning options, allowing students to access over 100 courses year-round. The university is committed to inclusivity and diversity, with initiatives such as the installation of an ablution station for the Muslim community on campus.
Entry Requirements:
- Applicants with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree:
- Must have a minimum GPA of B (73%) or equivalent in the work of the last four semesters or the last two undergraduate years (last ten full credits).
- Must be registered in good standing with the licensing body in the province in which you work.
- International students who hold a baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited university, with a minimum GPA of B (73%) or equivalent in the work of the last four semesters or the last two undergraduate years and who are registered or authorized to practice in your home country will be considered for admission.
- Applicants with RN designation and experience:
- Must be a registered nurse with 10 or more years of experience.
- Must be registered in good standing with the licensing body in the province in which you work.
- Will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- May be required to successfully complete additional courses prior to beginning the MScN.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Proficiency in English usage, both written and oral, is essential to pursue graduate studies at Trent University. It is required for applicants to demonstrate an adequate level of English proficiency, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin.
- Applicants who completed two or more years of post-secondary education at a university in Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and the USA are exempt from this requirement.
- If you have completed two or more years of post-secondary education at a university where the primary language of instruction is English, the School of Graduate Studies is prepared to consider alternate proof of English language proficiency.
