BSN Nursing Quiz

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• BSN is an academic degree in the science and principles of nursing.
• It is granted by an accredited tertiary education provider.
• The course of study is typically three or four years.
• BSN degree curriculums require completion of more courses on math and natural sciences.
• BSN curriculums are more typical of BSc degrees (e.g. calculus, physics, chemistry, biology).
• BN curriculums are more focused on nursing theory, nursing process, and teaching versions of general science topics.
• BN curriculums are adapted to be more specific and relevant to nursing practice.
• BSN students are required to take courses in social and behavioral sciences.
• BSN students are required to take courses in liberal arts, including nutrition, anatomy, chemistry, mathematics, and English.
• BSN is also known in some countries as a Bachelor of Nursing (BN) or Bachelor of Science (BS) with a Major in Nursing.
• The difference in degree designation may relate to the amount of basic science courses required as part of the degree.
• BSN and BN are both equivalent and recognized in the nursing profession.