MSc. Critical Care Nursing for Adults
An innovative program that will contribute in graduating highly qualified nurses, equipped with the knowledge and skills required to provide advanced critical care nursing, practice as an educator, and researcher.
The MSc in Critical Care Nursing for Adults is an innovative graduate program designed to produce highly qualified nurses who are equipped with advanced knowledge, clinical skills, and research competencies to deliver exceptional care in critical care settings. Graduates will be prepared to practice as advanced critical care nurses, educators, and researchers, contributing to the improvement of healthcare outcomes in intensive care units, emergency departments, and other acute care environments.
Accreditation
The Nursing Program is accredited by ACEN, ensuring the highest standards of quality and excellence in nursing education.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for roles as Licensed Senior Critical Care Nurse Specialist, Teaching Faculty, Clinical Educator, Nurse Manager, and Researcher.
Learning Resources
Access to two well-equipped libraries, 19 study rooms, 20 computer labs, Saudi Digital Library, and online databases including OVID, PROQUEST, and SAGE.
The program spans two years (4 semesters) with a total of 48 credit hours. Students gain progressive knowledge and clinical expertise through a carefully designed sequence of theoretical and practical courses.
First Year – Semester 1
17 Credit Hours
- NURS 615 – Critical Care Nursing 1 (8 CH)
- NURS 616 – Advanced Pharmacology (3 CH)
- NURS 617 – Advanced Health Assessment (2 CH)
- NURS 618 – Patients' Safety in Critical Care (2 CH)
- NURS 619 – Ethical and Legal Issues in Critical Care Nursing (2 CH)
First Year – Semester 2
14 Credit Hours
- NURS 715 – Critical Care Nursing 2 (7 CH)
- NURS 716 – Research and Evidence-Based Practice (3 CH)
- NURS 717 – Applied Biostatistics (2 CH)
- NURS 718 – Nursing Management and Leadership (2 CH)
Second Year – Semester 1
11 Credit Hours
- NURS 817 – Critical Care Nursing 3 (8 CH)
- NURS 818 – Research Project 1 (3 CH)
Second Year – Semester 2
6 Credit Hours
- NURS 912 – Research Project 2 (4 CH)
- Elective (2 CH): Nursing Informatics / Nursing Education / Nursing Emergencies & Trauma
Batterjee Medical College provides comprehensive educational and support facilities designed to enhance the student learning experience. The program is supported by state-of-the-art resources that enable students to develop clinical excellence and research capabilities.
- Two libraries with 19 study rooms, Wi-Fi, and 20 computer labs
- Saudi Digital Library with access to OVID, PROQUEST, SAGE, and Wiley e-books
- Well-equipped labs for physiology, biology, microbiology, and anatomy
- Seven advanced nursing skills labs with cutting-edge equipment
- Emergency clinic with assigned physician and nurse available during working hours
- Lecture halls and classrooms equipped with computers, data show, and smart boards
To be considered for admission to the MSc in Critical Care Nursing for Adults program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited university approved by the Ministry of Education, with a minimum GPA of "Good"
- Good performance in critical care courses studied at the bachelor's level
- Passed the Saudi Nursing Licensing Exam (SNLE) with a valid professional practice license
- Passed the MSc program written admission examination
- Passed the interview conducted by the Nursing Program at BMC
- Minimum IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent (TOEFL-PBT or TOEFL-IBT)
- Two recommendation letters
Tuition & Fees
- Registration Fees: 4,500 SR (one-time)
- Tuition: 70,000 SR per year (35,000 SR per semester)
- VAT: 15% for non-Saudi students
- Payment Options: Cash, Bank Transfer, Tamara, Jill Bay, Social Development Fund
Financial Support
- Daaem Program
- 10% discount for BMC graduates
- 50% discount for BMC employees
- 10% discount for BAB employees
