Course

BSC NURSING

The college offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) program, a four-year (eight semesters) full-time undergraduate degree. The program is affiliated to the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNC). The curriculum follows the Competency-Based Nursing Education (CBNE) modelprescribed by KUHS, designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies required to deliver safe, ethical, and evidence-based nursing care. The program also emphasizes leadership, research aptitude, and a commitment to global standards of nursing practice.

KUHS CURRICULUM STRUCTURE  

Structure :  Combination of theory classes, practical/clinical training, simulation lab sessions, self-directed learning and project work.

Semesters I to VII:  Each semester spans 26 weeks, with 20 instructional weeks
(40 hours/week)

Semester VIII: Entirely devoted to internship/residency, conducted over 22 Weeks

DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME

Duration : 4 academic years ( 8 Semester )+ compulsory clinical internship.

• Total week per semester     – 26 weeks
• No of weeks per semester – 20 weeks
• Vacation                                – 3 weeks
• Holidays                                – 1 week
• Examination and Preparatory holidays – 2 weeks

ACADEMIC CALENDAR & SEMESTER SYSTEM

• Academic Year: Starts in October
• Two Semesters per Year
  • Odd Semester: October –March
  • Even Semester: March – September
• The college releases a detailed academic calendar each year, including theory hours, clinical postings, holidays, and exam schedules in alignment with KUHS notifications.

CLINICAL POSTING

S H Medical Centre Kottayam (Parent Hospital)

• Nursing Foundations
• Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Obstetrics & Gynaecological Nursing
• Child Health Nursing

Affiliated Hospitals & Centers:

• Mental Health Nursing
• Community Health Nursing (Urban & Rural)
• District Government Hospital , Kottayam

TEACHING METHODOLOGY

At Thiruhrudaya College of Nursing, the teaching–learning process is designed to nurture academic excellence, clinical competence, and professional growth. The College adopts modern pedagogical methods while upholding the values of compassion, ethics, and service.

• ICT Based Teaching Materials
• Problem Based Learning
• Self Directed Learning
• Simulation Based Learning
• Project Based Learning
• Evidence Based Learning
• Debates Based Learning
• Journaling , Role Play

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Pass in Pre-Degree exam of Kerala University / Higher Secondary (10 +2) examination of the Board of Higher Secondary Examination of Kerala or equivalent examination approved by Kerala University of Health Sciences with 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry Biology and English put together. (as per INC norms)
2. Age limit – applicants should have completed 17 years of age on 31st of December of the admission year. No upper age limit.
3. A Good character and conduct certificate.
4. A certificate to prove no physical or mental disabilities.

5. As per the Regulations published by Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) from time to time.

ALLOTMENT OF SEATS

1. Total Seats – 50
2. Government Quota – 25
3. Selection to Government quota is through the merit list published by ‘The Director, LBS, Centre for Science and Technology’ www.lbscentre.in.
4. Management Quota – 25
5. Selection to management quota is through the merit list published by the Association of the Managements of Self – Financing Nursing Colleges of Kerala (AMCSFNCK) www.amcsfnck.com. For further details, refer the prospectus of AMCSFNCK.
6. Admission to the course is only once in a year based on the number of seats approved by KUHS from time to time.

SYLLABUS 2021 (Attached in Folder)