Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor Of Science In Nursing (SCBScN)

Academic Requirements

The Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN) program has specific Academic Requirements for prospective students. Here are the key points to consider:

• Minimum GPA: Not specified.
• International Students:
  • International applicants on a study permit can apply to this program.
  • There are 8 seats available in the program for international students in year one.
  • All admitted students must complete and submit several risk management certificates by August 1, which must be completed in Canada.
  • International students should start the process to obtain a criminal record check in their home country and submit it by the August 1 deadline.
  • International students are required to apply for a co-op work permit upon admission, as the program includes clinical/practice education placements.
  • Students unable to obtain a co-op work permit by August 1 will be removed from clinical/practice education placements.
• Prerequisite Courses: Not specified.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Academic/Subject Requirements:

High-school (or equivalent) completion required. Applicants must present the following courses (or international equivalents) with a minimum grade:

English Language Arts A30 (or equivalent) or a suitable substitution; minimum approx 70% in each required course.

English Language Arts B30 (or equivalent) or substitution.

One of: Foundations of Math 30, Pre-Calculus 30 or Calculus 30.

Biology 30.

Chemistry 30.

Each of these required high-school courses must normally be completed with a minimum grade of 70% in each in order to meet final admission requirements.

Applicants who have completed post-secondary education (15 or more credit hours) must have successfully completed either the high-school admission subjects or post-secondary equivalents and may be assessed on their most recent post-secondary GPA (for example: minimum AGPA of 65% on the most recent 30 credit hours).

If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the Academic Requirements, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors for support.

Language Requirements

English is the language of instruction and examination at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. If your first or primary language is not English, and/or your country is not exempt, you will need to provide evidence of having the English language skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing necessary to be successful in the Saskatchewan Polytechnic program to which you are applying.

To meet the English language proficiency requirements for the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN), you can provide evidence through one of the following accepted tests:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Module: An overall band score of 7.0 with a 7.0 or higher in Speaking.
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-based (iBt): A minimum overall score of 90 with minimum sub-scores of 20 in Reading and Writing, 26 in Speaking, and 22 in Listening.
• Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) and CAEL CE: A minimum score of 70 with a minimum sub-score of 70 in all components.
• Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTEST): A minimum score of 4.5 in each of Listening, Reading, and Writing and a score of 5.0 or higher in Speaking.

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.