🎓 About the Department
The Department of Nursing at St. John’s College of
Nursing is a vibrant academic centre devoted to
nurturing competent, compassionate, and ethical nursing
professionals. Guided by experienced faculty, the
department combines scientific learning with human
values, emphasizing holistic growth through academics,
clinical exposure, and community engagement.
Through lectures, demonstrations, and supervised
hospital postings, students gain a deep understanding of
patient care, leadership, and professional
ethics—preparing them to meet the global demands of the
healthcare industry with confidence and commitment.
📘 About the Course
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc Nursing) is a
four-year full-time undergraduate program that builds a
strong foundation in both theoretical and clinical
aspects of nursing. It equips students with the
knowledge, skills, and attitude required to deliver
high-quality nursing care in hospitals, community health
centres, and specialized healthcare institutions.
The curriculum integrates classroom learning with
extensive clinical training and community postings.
Exclusive to female candidates, the program fosters
discipline, empathy, and leadership—qualities essential
to succeed as a professional nurse in today’s healthcare
system.
📚 About the Curriculum
The B.Sc Nursing curriculum spans eight semesters and follows the norms of The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and the Indian Nursing Council (INC).
Core subjects include:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Nursing Foundations
- Medical–Surgical Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Child Health Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Obstetrics & Gynecology Nursing
- Nutrition and Dietetics
Supplementary modules cover Health Assessment, First
Aid, Disaster Management, and Personality Development.
Students must maintain 90 % attendance in theory and 100
% in clinical practice to qualify for examinations. The
curriculum blends classroom teaching, simulation-based
learning, and hospital training to build confidence and
professional competence.
🧪 About the Labs
St. John’s College of Nursing offers state-of-the-art laboratories designed to meet INC standards and replicate real clinical environments.
Labs include:
- Nursing Foundation Lab
- Medical–Surgical Lab
- Community Health Lab
- Child Health Nursing Lab
- Nursing Foundation Lab
- Medical–Surgical Lab
- Community Health Lab
- Child Health Nursing Lab
A dedicated Skill and Simulation Lab helps students practise nursing procedures in realistic scenarios, enhancing decision-making, empathy, and critical-thinking abilities.
💼 Career Opportunities
Graduates of St. John’s College of Nursing are highly sought after both in India and abroad. Career avenues include:
- Staff Nurse / Clinical Nurse – Hospitals & Clinics
- ICU / OT / NICU Nurse – Specialized Units
- Public Health Nurse – Community Health Centres
- Nursing Educator or Tutor
- Clinical Instructor or Supervisor
- Nutrition Lab
- Nursing Officer – Government or Defence Services
- Research Assistant / Clinical Researcher
- Pursuing Higher Studies – M.Sc Nursing, Hospital Administration, Public Health Management
Graduates also secure employment in USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Germany, Australia, and Gulf countries through recognized global licensing exams such as NCLEX, HAAD, DHA, and IELTS.
🧾 Eligibility Criteria
- Gender: Co-Education
- Qualification: Pass in Higher Secondary (12 th) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as core subjects.
- Marks Required: Minimum 45 % aggregate (40 % for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- Age Limit: 17 – 35 years (on or before 31 December of the admission year).
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit and submit a fitness certificate from a registered medical officer.
- Reservation: As per Government of Tamil Nadu and INC norms.
🧮 Selection Criteria
Admission is based on merit in the entrance examination and eligibility verification.
- Gender: Co-Education
- Candidates must secure a minimum of 45 % marks in the entrance test.
- Seats are filled through both Government Quota (via DME, Chennai) and Management Quota (direct admission based on merit).
- Final selection depends on document verification and medical screening.
⏱️ Course Duration & Curriculum Structure
The B.Sc Nursing program extends over 4 years / 8 semesters.
- Each Semester: 26 weeks (20 weeks instruction + 6 weeks vacation/exam).
- 8th Semester: 22 weeks (18 weeks instruction + 4 weeks break).
- Total Contact Hours: ≈ 3,200 theory + 3,200 practical hours.
- Medium of Instruction: English.
Learning includes classroom sessions, clinical rotations, simulation lab practice, community postings, and field visits, promoting total skill development and patient-care expertise.