Bachelor of Science in Nursing

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at American University in the Emirates (AUE) is a 4-year professional healthcare degree that combines rigorous academic coursework with hands-on clinical experience to prepare students for safe, ethical, evidence-based nursing practice in hospitals, primary care, and community settings. It suits students seeking careers as registered nurses and healthcare leaders who deliver patient-centred care, engage with diverse populations, and contribute to health promotion and disease prevention.

Curriculum structure

Year 1

In the first year, students establish foundational knowledge in health sciences with courses such as Human Biology, Anatomy and Physiology I & II, Medical Terminology, Biochemistry for Nursing, and Microbiology for Nursing. These modules build a deep understanding of human body systems, biological principles and medical language essential for safe clinical practice, while general education courses (e.g., Academic Writing, Communication) strengthen critical thinking and professional communication skills.

Year 2

During the second year, students begin core nursing practice with courses like Comprehensive Health Assessment, Fundamentals of Nursing, Pathophysiology, and Clinical Pharmacology for Nursing, alongside applied Fundamentals of Nursing – Clinical. This year enhances clinical assessment skills, develops knowledge of disease processes and therapeutic interventions, and introduces students to the nursing process in real-world care contexts.

Year 3

In the third year, students progress to specialised nursing care with modules such as Adult Health Nursing I & II, Child and Adolescent Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Maternal Health Nursing and Care of the Newborn, and Leadership and Quality Management in Nursing. These courses integrate complex clinical decision-making with holistic care across the lifespan and begin to cultivate leadership and management skills critical for professional nursing roles.

Year 4

The final year focuses on advanced practice and professional readiness with modules like Community Health Nursing (Theory & Practice), Critical Care Nursing (Theory & Clinical), Ethical and Professional Nursing Practice, and Intensive Clinical Training, allowing students to synthesise knowledge and apply comprehensive care in diverse healthcare settings as they prepare for licensure and workforce entry.

Focus areas (in a string):

Anatomy & physiology, health assessment, fundamentals of nursing, adult/pediatric/maternal/mental health nursing, community and critical care, clinical leadership

Learning outcomes (in a string):

Graduates will deliver safe, ethical, and evidence-based nursing care; conduct comprehensive health assessments; apply clinical decision-making; communicate effectively with patients and teams; contribute to quality improvement and leadership in health settings

Professional alignment (accreditation):

The BSN program is accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education – Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) through AUE’s College of Health Sciences, aligning with national nursing education standards and preparing students for registered nurse licensure and professional practice in the UAE.

Reputation (employability rankings):

American University in the Emirates holds a recognised position in the UAE higher-education landscape with CAA accreditation; while specific global rankings for the BSN are not widely published, the program is designed to meet workforce needs in hospitals, clinics and community health settings, supported by clinical partnerships and simulation-based training.