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FAQs Undergraduate
If I complete a prerequisite course during the Summer Session (July-August), will I be eligible to apply for the following winter session?
No, all prerequisites must be completed successfully with final transcripts submitted by early June deadline for acceptance of offers. Interim transcripts for ongoing courses must be submitted by the document deadline of January 31st.
If I have an applied degree from an accredited university where English was the main language of instruction, am I still required to complete a 3-credit university transferable English course?
Yes, applicants with applied degrees are required to complete a 3-credit university transferable English course.
If I'm a UBC Student, do I need to complete the HAP pre-requisite course(s) as part of the degree I am taking?
A: No, to gain eligibility to the BSN Program you must complete the Human Anatomy and Physiology (HAP) course requirements, however it does not need to be part of your current degree and can be completed either at UBC or another institution as long as it is on the HAP approved list in the correct combination and within the last 4 years (September 2018 onward). If you take courses not on the HAP approved list or in a different combination you will need to submit a PLAR applicaiton to inquiry if your chosen courses will fulfill the HAP applicaiton requirement.
Please see the HAP Approved list and information
Is there a GPA score that will guarantee admission to the BSN program?
No. All applicants are evaluated on academic and non-academic criteria. Non-academic criteria are derived from the supplemental application which includes a personal statement and a resume describing work experience, volunteer/community service work, and extra-curricular activities.
Is this an accelerated BSN program and how many months does it take to complete the program?
Yes, we offer an accelerated BSN program where students enter at the third year level and complete 81 nursing credits in 20 months (5 continuous terms).
What are my options if I cannot find an approved N95 certification provider?
Please make your best effort to get fit-tested according to the guidelines stated. However, should you not have access to fit-testing providers that can meet the identified standard, you will be asked to indicate that to the BSN program at the time of certificate collection. If you do not have a valid certificate which meets the school’s requirements, when the school arranges for testing, you will be responsible for testing cost, and you will also be required to participate at the scheduled time designated by the BSN program.
Please note, it is in your best interest if you have access to appropriate vendors, to get tested before the start of the term (i.e. September 3, 2020 Winter 1). Alternatively, for students who were not able to get fit-testing certificates, the School of Nursing will arrange testing, as early as September 8th . There will be limited flexibility in the fit-testing sessions at UBC and students will not be able to select a time. Appointments will be scheduled in tandem with other scheduled on-site activities.
What are the Nursing Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses?
BCCNP's four Professional Standards for registered nurses and nurse practitioners fall under the umbrella of all BCCNP RN and NP Standards of Practice.The Professional Standards include an introduction that explains what standards are, why they are important and who has responsibility for them. It also defines Professional Standards and Indicators (i.e., how each Professional Standard is met).
The section on Professional Standards presents each of the four standards
Download the full Professional Standards (PDF)
Introduction
- Standard 1: Professional Responsibility and Accountability
- Standard 2: Knowledge-Based Practice
- Standard 3: Client-Focused Provision of Service
- Standard 4: Ethical Practice
***Please familiarize yourself with the policy documents linked in the above post***
What are the payment options for tuition?
To view fees and make payments can be done through your Student Service Centre (SSC) account.
Fees and tuition can be paid with Interac Online, Online Banking and by Cheque. For more information and video tutorials on tuition payments, please visit: http://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/finances/tuition/payment
What are the steps for Conflict/Issues Resolution?
In the event of a conflict or issue at the School of Nursing, we suggest you follow these guidelines:
- Identify the issue and start keeping objective notes for yourself.
- Approach the person most directly involved with clear, non-judgmental feedback and request for a discussion of your concerns.
- If appropriate, involve your program's Student Advisor early in the process for support and help with accessing required resources.
- If not satisfied with the outcome, go to the next appropriate individual and inform the person you initially consulted that you are doing so.
- If no resolution occurs at this level, take you concerns to the Associate Director and inform the individuals involved that you will be doing so.
- If still not satisfied with the resulting decisions, contact the Director of the School of Nursing and inform the individuals involved that you will be doing so.
Please familiarize yourself with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP) Resolving Professional Practice Problems resource for more information.
What awards are available to Undergraduate (BSN) Students?
Interested in learning about awards opportunities at UBC? Check out https://students.ubc.ca/finances/awards-scholarships-bursaries/
There are also a series of external awards the Undergraduate Awards Committee recommends to BSN Students. Even though these awards are adjudicated through external agencies, BSN students have had success in applying for these opportunities. As these opportunities arise, they are posted on the BSN Announcements Blog
- The Canadian Nurses Foundation
- Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia
- The Skills for Hope Foundation Scholarships
Please Note: The Undergraduate Awards Committee is the deciding body on awards adjudicated by the School of Nursing. This committee is responsible for making awards recommendations on behalf of the School of Nursing for BSN students to receive specific departmental / university awards. These awards are primarily based on academic success, and may at times relate to a specific area of research, clinical practice, or community involvement. Some awards also consider self-reported financial need.
For most departmental awards, there is no application that that students submit - all current & incoming students in the BSN Program are considered by the Undergraduate Awards Committee.