Department of Nursing
Developing compassionate and skilled nursing professionals capable of providing high-quality healthcare services and promoting health and wellness in diverse healthcare settings, aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 goals.
138
Credit Hours
4 Years
Program Duration
CCNE
Accreditation Ready
English
Medium of Instruction
Our Vision & Mission
Aligned with FBSU's commitment to becoming a leading university in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in teaching, research, innovation, and community service.
Our Vision
To become a leading department in nursing education, contributing to FBSU's vision of excellence in teaching, research, innovation, and community service while supporting Saudi Vision 2030 healthcare transformation goals.
Our Mission
To provide high-quality nursing education that prepares compassionate, competent, and ethical nursing professionals capable of delivering evidence-based care, promoting health, and improving healthcare outcomes in diverse settings.
About Our Department
Committed to excellence in nursing education and preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Program Overview
Comprehensive Education
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing at FBSU is a comprehensive 138-credit hour undergraduate program designed to develop skilled nursing professionals capable of providing high-quality healthcare services in various clinical settings.
Our curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with extensive clinical practice, laboratory work, and field experience, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for professional nursing practice.
Key Specialization Areas
- Adult Health Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Maternal-Newborn Nursing
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Critical Care & Emergency Nursing
- Gerontological Nursing
- Nursing Leadership & Management
Our Core Values
Compassionate Care
Providing empathetic and holistic patient-centered care
Evidence-Based Practice
Integrating research and best practices in nursing care
Professional Excellence
Maintaining highest standards of nursing practice and ethics
Cultural Competence
Respecting diversity and providing culturally sensitive care
Bachelor of Nursing
A comprehensive program designed to prepare competent and caring nursing professionals for the evolving healthcare landscape
Comprehensive Curriculum
138 credit hours covering all aspects of nursing science and practice
4-Year Program
Structured learning path with clinical rotations and field experience
Clinical Excellence
Extensive hands-on training in state-of-the-art simulation labs
Field Experience
30 credit hours of supervised clinical practice in partner hospitals
Degree Requirements
Institution Requirements
College Requirements
Program Requirements
Field Experience
NURS 501 - Field Experience (30 Credit Hours)
All students are required to complete a supervised field experience at one of the university's partner hospitals as a prerequisite for graduation. This intensive clinical experience provides real-world application of nursing knowledge and skills.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all 138 credit hours
Curriculum & Study Plan
A comprehensive four-year nursing study plan consisting of 138 credit hours, followed by a required internship year.
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
Fifth Semester
Sixth Semester
Seventh Semester
Eighth Semester
Required Field Experience — Fifth Year (Internship Year)
NURS 501 — An Internship Year of Clinical Experience
All students are required to complete a supervised internship in accredited hospitals
and healthcare centers affiliated with the university as a prerequisite for graduation.
Duration: 52 weeks, 269 days, 2080 hours
Credits: 30 credit hours
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all 138 credit hours
