The Master of Science in Nursing Science program provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to:

• make an active contribution to nursing science;
• increase intellectual skills for transferring theoretical knowledge promote nursing practice adapted to constantly evolving health services;
• strengthen intellectual capacities for analysis, synthesis, and critical judgment; and
• improve the quality of nursing care in a variety of practice environments.

The Master of Science in Nursing Sciences program is intended for students with a Bachelor degree in Nursing Sciences. Eligibility is confirmed after an oral interview and a study of students’ academic record.

Teaching methods at the Department of Nursing Sciences are student-centered. Through the different methods in this non-exhaustive list, students mobilize the knowledge provided by the teacher to achieve the learning outcomes defined in the syllabus of the teaching unit. The teaching methods adopted are the following:

• PowerPoint-Based Lectures.
• Workshops.
• Controlled personal work.
• Interactive teaching.
• Role-playing.
• Case studies.
• Group discussions.
• Research.

Depending on the types of courses given and based on evaluative components, the system for assessing student’s achievement of course learning outcomes is set as follows:

• Component 1, endowed with 30%: continuous evaluation (classroom activities, tests, assignments, oral presentations, group work, etc.);
• Component 2, with 30%: Knowledge Test (anonymous test taken during a mid-term teaching session);
• Component 3, with 40%: Project or final exam; and
• Defense before a Jury for Memorandum;

Upon the completion of the Master program, students will be able to:

• deepen knowledge of the theoretical foundations of nursing research in relation to evidence-based outcomes;
• develop analysis and synthesis skills in different care situations;
• exercise clinical judgment aimed at continuous improvement of the quality of care in accordance with ethical values;
• assume professional leadership within the team; and
• contribute to the development of nursing practice, management, research, and education.

This program allows students to develop expertise in nursing practice, to acquire nursing research skills, and to promote leadership from an ethical perspective.