Master of Science in Nursing (Course-Based) at University of Ottawa - Program overview

Program overview

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Last updated on 2025-09-04

Program overview

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Program overview

The Master of Science in Nursing (MScN) program at the University of Ottawa is designed to prepare registered nurses for advanced practice roles and doctoral studies. This program aims to enhance leadership skills and improve the quality of nursing care across various healthcare settings. With a strong emphasis on theory and research, graduates will be equipped to address health-related issues faced by individuals, families, and communities. The program is offered in both French and English and is exclusively available on campus, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience.

Program structure

The Master of Science in Nursing program offers two main options for students:

With Thesis: This option requires completion of 6 full-time terms over a period of 24 consecutive months.
With Clinical Option: This option can be completed in 5 full-time terms, taking approximately 20 consecutive months.

Students can choose to study either full-time or part-time, depending on their personal and professional commitments. The program is structured to provide rigorous academic preparation, focusing on advanced nursing practice and research methodologies. Additionally, students have the opportunity to pursue a Diploma in Primary Health Care for Nurse Practitioners, which is also available only as an on-campus program. The program does not offer distance learning options, ensuring that all students benefit from direct interaction with faculty and peers.

Featured Experiences

Clinical Practicum: Students engage in hands-on clinical experiences that allow them to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings.
Research Opportunities: The program emphasizes research, enabling students to contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge.
Collaborative Programs: Students can participate in a collaborative program in Feminist and Gender Studies at the master's level.
Additional Qualifications: The program offers the chance to earn a Diploma in Primary Health Care for Nurse Practitioners.
On-Campus Learning: All courses are conducted on campus, fostering a rich learning environment through direct interaction with faculty and fellow students.

Career Options

Graduates of the Master of Science in Nursing program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

Nurse Practitioner: Provide advanced nursing care, including diagnosis and treatment of health conditions, while working independently or in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
Clinical Nurse Specialist: Focus on improving patient outcomes through expert knowledge in a specialized area of nursing practice.
Nursing Educator: Teach and mentor nursing students in academic settings, contributing to the development of future nursing professionals.
Healthcare Administrator: Manage healthcare facilities or departments, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality patient care.
Research Nurse: Conduct clinical research studies, contributing to the advancement of nursing science and evidence-based practice.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-09-04

Program overview

Academic Requirements

To be eligible for the Master of Science in Nursing program, candidates must meet the following academic requirements:

Have completed a bachelor’s degree in nursing (equivalent to the degree offered by the University of Ottawa) with at least 70% (B) average.

Note: International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.

Have successfully completed an introductory statistics course (or equivalent) within the last six (6) years.

This course must be completed prior to commencing the program or, if not, during the first term in the program.

A current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario or equivalent from another province is required.

Required document(s):	Narrative statement Resume Confirmation of eligibility to practice from the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) or equivalent from another province Please note that non required admission documents will not be consulted, conserved or returned to the student. These documents will be destroyed according to our administrative procedures.

Required document(s):

Please note that non required admission documents will not be consulted, conserved or returned to the student. These documents will be destroyed according to our administrative procedures.

Recommendation letter(s):	2 It is highly recommended that you contact your referee prior to submitting your application to confirm their email address and their availability to complete your letter of recommendation.
Transcript(s):	1 You must upload copies of all transcripts from universities you have attended by using the uoDoc application. Transcripts must cover all courses and programs at any university you have attended, including regular programs (whether completed or not), exchanges, letters of permission, online or correspondence courses, courses taken as a non-degree student or visiting students, etc. If your transcript and degree certificate are not in English or French, you must submit a copy of a certified translation. Once you've received your offer of admission, if the offer contains any conditions for submitting official documents, you will need to upload them to uoDoc. Some exceptions apply. Previous or current Ottawa students do not need to submit a transcript of their studies at the University of Ottawa. Professional programs in rehabilitation require all transcripts, including those from uOttawa.

Recommendation letter(s):

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It is highly recommended that you contact your referee prior to submitting your application to confirm their email address and their availability to complete your letter of recommendation.

Transcript(s):

You must upload copies of all transcripts from universities you have attended by using the uoDoc application. Transcripts must cover all courses and programs at any university you have attended, including regular programs (whether completed or not), exchanges, letters of permission, online or correspondence courses, courses taken as a non-degree student or visiting students, etc. If your transcript and degree certificate are not in English or French, you must submit a copy of a certified translation.

Once you've received your offer of admission, if the offer contains any conditions for submitting official documents, you will need to upload them to uoDoc. Some exceptions apply.

Previous or current Ottawa students do not need to submit a transcript of their studies at the University of Ottawa. Professional programs in rehabilitation require all transcripts, including those from uOttawa.

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

Language Requirements

Courses at the University of Ottawa are given in English, French or both languages. You must master one of the two languages to be admitted. We reserve the right to request the result of a language test at any time if necessary.

French Program: DALF C1, C2/ TCF B2 (note globale)/TEF B2 (Note globale) (Internet-based)
English Program: TOEFL 84 (Overall); 24 (Writing); 20 (Individual)/IELTS 6.5 (Overall); 6.5 (Writing); 6 (Individual) (Internet-based)

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.

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Last updated on 2025-10-21

Program overview