Nursing video description transcript
At York University, we prepare future nurses with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience to thrive in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. Delivered at the Keele Campus, our three Specialized Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) programs integrate advanced learning with immersive training in state-of-the-art simulation labs and diverse clinical placements.
Whether you're a high school student, a university student interested in pursuing a second degree, or an internationally educated nurse (IEN) seeking to practice in Canada, we offer a pathway for you. All three BScN programs are approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), qualifying graduates to write the registration exam to become a Registered Nurse (RN) in Ontario.
Quick Links
- Health Program Guide 2027-28 [PDF]
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- Graduate Students
- Careers in Nursing
- Mature and Transfer Students
- Pathways to Professional School, Graduate School and Careers
EVENTS
September 2026
Degree
BScN
Intake
Fall (Sept)
Study Option
Full-time only
Delivery
In-person
Why Choose Nursing at York U?
Our BScN programs prepare you to write the registration exam to become a Registered Nurse (RN) in Ontario, with career opportunities in home health care, primary care, long-term care, hospitals, and public health. Through immersive, hands-on training and academic excellence, you will build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in diverse healthcare settings.
- Practice in a 5,000 sq. ft. Nursing Simulation Centre, featuring a Nursing Skills Lab equipped with high-fidelity mannequins and a 2,000 sq. ft. Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) lab for immersive, self-paced learning.
- Gain hands-on experience through clinical placements in hospitals, community health centers, long-term care facilities, and specialized healthcare settings across the GTA, including Toronto, Brampton, Mississauga, Oakville, Barrie, Vaughan, and Durham.
- Learn from experienced nursing educators and practitioners.
- Explore specialized nursing practice, with optional streams in High Acuity and Critical Care, Mental Health, Illness and Addiction, and Nursing Care and Leadership of the Older Adult.
Direct Entry Nursing
4-Year BScN Program
For eligible Canadian residents with required prerequisites interested in a comprehensive foundation in nursing theory and clinical skills.
2nd Entry Nursing
2-Year Intensive BScN Program
For university applicants with at least 60 credits (including required prerequisite courses) from an accredited university.
Post-RN Nursing
20-Month Accelerated BScN Program
For internationally educated nurses (IEN) seeking RN registration with CNO, practice readiness or career advancement in Canada.
The Collaborative BScN Program has been discontinued, with no new admissions since 2022. Students currently finishing the program complete their first two years at a partner college (Seneca and Georgian College) before joining York University for their final two years.
To become a Registered Nurse (RN), BScN graduates must pass the NCLEX-RN examination and meet all of the CNO registration requirements, including residency status (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or authorization to practice in Ontario: work or study permit). For more information, please visit the CNO website.
Which BScN program is right for?
Take our Quick Quiz to identify which BScN program is right for your educational and training background. The quiz uses the eligibility requirements for the Fall 2027 intake, but please note, eligibility requirements are subject to change without notice.
Learn More
Please contact us if you have any questions about applying for Faculty of Health programs, your application status, or your next steps after receiving an offer of admission.
Faculty of Health Recruitment Office
hlthrec@yorku.ca