Program Overview for NURSING (MSC) in Canada:
The purpose of this program is to meet the demand for an accessible and relevant Master of Nursing (MN) degree that meets the needs of adult nursing students who wish to continue lifelong learning, earn additional certifications, and become leaders in practice and nursing education.
The Master of Nursing program is designed to meet the needs of graduates who are supervised members in good standing in the registry of registered nurses, psychiatric nurses, registered nurse practitioners, or nurse practitioners in Canadian jurisdictions. Potential students can take on various roles and hope to increase their education to choose their employment opportunities further.
We anticipate that our graduates will be employed in various other roles within nursing education or the healthcare delivery system. Mixed delivery will provide access to the program for those who may be located outside of Lethbridge. The course will be completed online. However, students will meet face-to-face with teachers, advisors, and classmates twice a semester.
Students can choose to complete the thesis or project. The program can be completed full or part-time. Students in this course will choose from the following pathways:
- Curriculum-based educational nursing specialization option (course work only)
- Project option (course work and projects)
- Essay option (course work and essay)
The eligibility for NURSING (MSC) in Canada for both domestic and international student is:
Hold a baccalaureate degree (i.e., an undergraduate degree) in a related discipline from a recognized degree-granting institution.
- Have a minimum grade point average of 3.00 (based on a 4.00 scale) on the last 20 graded university-level term courses OR calculated on the most recently completed master's degree if the applicant is applying for another master's degree.
- Students are required to secure a potential supervisor before applying.
- Unofficial Transcripts and Official Transcripts
- Three (3) reference letters, two (2) of which must be academic
- Letter of Intent(Your Letter of Intent should generally be no more than one page in length, or up to 500 words.)
- CV
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I apply to the program if I completed my nursing degree outside of Canada?
All applicants planning to apply to the Master of Nursing program must be registered in a Canadian jurisdiction.
Internationally educated nurses who are not already registered in Canada should consult the College & Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta for details on obtaining registration to practice in Alberta.
I have a bachelor’s degree, but it is not in Nursing. What are my options?
Applicants are required to have completed a bachelor’s degree in nursing (BN, BScN).
Under some circumstances, bachelor’s degrees from other related disciplines may be considered. Applicants will be assessed on a case-by-case basis at the time of application. Applications will be accepted from regulated members in good standing in a Canadian jurisdiction on the Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Nurse, Graduate Nurse Practitioner, or Nurse Practitioner Register.
How do I get funding for my program?
Financial support may consist of graduate teaching assistantships, research assistantships, scholarships, and fellowships, or external research support. For more information, please consult the School of Graduate Studies Award Opportunities. Funding for Canadian graduate students is also available in the form of student loans and grants. Both the federal and provincial governments offer financial aid to students who qualify.
Is the Master of Nursing program offered online?
Courses are delivered through a blended learning format. While most of the course work is completed online, other technologies might be used to deliver content (for example, meetings using virtual technologies like Skype, WebX, Zoom). Twice per semester, students will also have the opportunity to meet face to face with instructors, fellow students, and advisors. It is expected that students will attend these meetings in person.
What courses are required?
The Master of Nursing program consists of the equivalent of 11 courses (33.0 credit hours). Course sequencing will differ by pathway (course-based, thesis, or project route).
Please refer to the Graduate Studies Calendar and Course Catalogue for a detailed listing of courses required for each option. See MN Program Information & Course Sequencing for course sequencing.
What is the difference between a project and a thesis?
The project route is for students who want to make a significant contribution to a nursing practice setting via activities other than a research project. A project involves applying a variety of nursing evidence into a deliverable that nurses or clients can readily utilize in a practice setting. The course NURS 5130: Practice Experience may stimulate possible project ideas. The project will not entail the collection of data from individuals and will not require ethics review. There are many possible formats for a scholarly project.
The thesis route is for students who wish to conduct research. A thesis begins with the posing of a question. It requires an in-depth review of the literature, application of clearly described methodology for answering the research question, ethics approval, data collection, description of the work results, a synthesis of the research findings with current literature, and implication of the research for both theories and practice. Students should be aware that a thesis requires a large investment in time and energy.
How long does it take to complete the Master of Nursing program at the University of Lethbridge?
For part-time students, the minimum time limit for degree completion shall be 48 months of continuous registration in the program. The maximum time for completion will be three years for full-time study or six years for part-time study.
Can I request an extension if needed?
If needed, a graduate student may apply for an extension up to one academic year.
N.B: Most universities have specific international admission requirements based on different education systems.
These are the test eligibilities for the NURSING (MSC) to qualify.
The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for NURSING (MSC) in Canada: are:
- TOEFL(ibt): 86
- IELTS(academic): 6.5
The international student tuition fees and costs for NURSING (MSC) in Canada.
| Items | Costs | ||||||
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| Application Fees | CA$150.00 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$9,960.00/year (CA$830.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$15,552.00/year |
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| You will earn CA$15,552.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.15/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.15/h) at minimum wage of CA$12.15/hour. | |||||||
The domestic student tuition fees and costs for NURSING (MSC) in Canada.
| Items | Costs | ||||||
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| Application Fees | CA$125.00 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$9,960.00/year (CA$830.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$15,552.00/year | ||||||
| This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$15,552.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.15/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.15/h) at minimum wage of CA$12.15/hour. | |||||||
ULethbridge awards more than $4.1 million in funding to graduate students through internal and external scholarships, awards, and bursaries and $1.5 million in various GAs annually. We also offer a variety of other financial support options.
There are hundreds of external and internal scholarships available for international and domestic students. Would you mind visiting the website to find the details and deadlines? Graduate applicants who have attended educational institutions in Canada only: $125 (CAD); Applicants who have attended one or more educational institutions outside of Canada: $140 (CAD).
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