Master of Science in Nursing [M.S.N]
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #238 out of 250 by US News Global Ranking 2022
$6,880 /Yr
CA$9,690 /Yr
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $6880 (CAD 9690) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing and Meal | $8786 (CAD 12375) |
Total Cost | $8786 (CAD 12375) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2022 | $6612 (CAD 9312) |
2021 | $4957 (CAD 6981) |
- MS in Nursing at The University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus is offered as a 2-years program by the Faculty of Health and Social Development.
- This university is ranked #34 in World University in QS Ranking.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program provides an intimate, student-centered world-class academic environment.
- Students gain valuable knowledge in leadership, research, education, and policy. Learn from leading nursing education, practice, and research scholars while contributing to the development and application of nursing knowledge.
- The objectives of the MSN program are to prepare nurses who are innovative, creative, evidence-informed problem-solvers who can collaboratively lead interprofessional teams. These objectives will be achieved through a program of studies that prepares nurses to:
- Create, translate and use nursing knowledge in all its forms;
- Synthesize and apply diverse perspectives within scholarly nursing research, practice, and knowledge development;
- Cultivate advanced ethical reasoning and critical thinking;
- Develop advanced skills and strategies for evidence-informed decision-making and practice;
- Gain practical experience in the application of healthcare knowledge in diverse environments.
- In partnership with communities, health professionals, academic collaborators, and other stakeholders, they are leading interdisciplinary research teams to generate and translate knowledge into effective evidence-based practices and programs.
- The MSN program consists of 30 credits.
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Scores Required
- Duolingo English Test Minimum Score: 125
- CAEL Online: 70
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

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Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Nursing consultant
- Research nurse
- Nurse educator
- Nurse administrator
- Advanced nurse practitioner
- Clinical nurse specialist
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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UBC Graduate Dean’s Entrance Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 14,200/Yr$20,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student$ 6,301/Yr$8,875 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Jared J. Davis Grant | Scholarship per student$ 710/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award | Scholarship per student$ 1,065/Yr$1,500 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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No, the University of British Columbia (UBC) does not offer a Master of Science (MS) degree specifically in Human Resource Management.
Yes, You can apply for the program. Academic Eligibility are:
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program. For more information, You can check here.
You can apply for admission to UBC through their online application portal. You need to fulfill all the admission requirements and submit mandatory documents on the portal. You can check on UBC admissions.