Graduate Admissions

Graduate Programs at PIHS

Our graduate programs are designed to prepare healthcare professionals for leadership roles and advanced practice. We offer both master's and doctoral programs, including our specialized BScN (Post-RN) program, with flexible scheduling options for working professionals.

Master's Programs

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• Master of Public Health (MPH)
• Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
• Master of Clinical Research
• Master of Medical Laboratory Sciences

Doctoral Programs

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
• Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
• PhD in Health Sciences

BScN (Post-RN) Program

Your next chapter in nursing excellence begins here. At PIHS, we don’t just educate nurses – we cultivate healthcare visionaries. The accelerated 2-year BScN (Post-RN) curriculum is designed for working Registered Nurses (RNs) seeking leadership roles and advanced practice.

Why Pursue BScN (Post-RN) at PIHS?

• Accelerated 2-year curriculum tailored for working RNs
• Clinical specialization tracks: Critical Care Nursing, Nursing Education, Public Health Leadership
• Research mentorship with faculty publishing in the Journal of Pakistani Nursing
• Flexible hybrid learning: Blend of evening classes and online modules
• Clinical partnerships: Rotations at Aga Khan & PIMS hospitals
• Career jumpstart: 94% of graduates promoted within 1 year

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Registered Nurses with 2+ years of clinical experience
• Professionals seeking leadership roles
• Advocates for evidence-based practice

Admission Requirements

Application Instructions for BScN (Post-RN)

3 Simple Steps to Apply:

1. Prepare Your Documents: Valid PNNC/RMNC license, Diploma in Nursing transcripts, two professional references (1 clinical supervisor required), and a 500-word Statement of Purpose.
2. Submit Online: Complete the Graduate Application Portal and pay the PKR 3,000 application fee.
3. Track Your Application: Monitor your status via the portal and respond to any additional requests.

Financial Considerations

Over 65% of our graduate students receive financial support. We offer personalized funding solutions, including scholarships, employer partnerships, and flexible payment options.

BScN (Post-RN) Program Costs

• Total Program Cost: PKR 450,000 (installment plans available)
• Funding Options:
  • Hospital sponsorship agreements
  • Alumni scholarship (covers 25% tuition)
  • HEC need-based grants

“Investing in my PIHS BScN was the career catalyst I needed.”

Alumni Scholarships for BScN (Post-RN)

“Investing in the next generation of nursing leaders – just as someone once invested in you.”

The Prime Institute Alumni Legacy Fund

• Florence Nightingale Merit Award
  • Amount: 40% tuition coverage
  • Eligibility: Minimum 3.5 GPA in Diploma program, demonstrated leadership (charge nurse/supervisor roles)
  • Requirement: Mentor 1st-year students for 50 hours/year
• Community Health Champion Grant
  • Amount: PKR 100,000 per year
  • For: RNs from rural areas or working in underserved communities (e.g., government rural health centers, refugee camp clinics, NGO outreach programs)
• Research Pioneer Scholarship
  • Amount: 25% tuition + lab fee waiver
  • Required: Submit a 1,000-word proposal on “How I Will Advance Evidence-Based Practice in My Specialty”

Success Story: “The Alumni Scholarship allowed me to reduce night shifts and focus on my studies. Today, I'm proud to contribute back to the fund as a hospital nursing director.”

Pay It Forward: Graduates contribute through recurring gifts (PKR 2,000/month), employer-matched donations, or volunteering 10 hours/year as guest lecturers.

Academic Partnerships & Recognition

PIHS collaborates with leading institutions to elevate healthcare education:

• University Affiliations:
  • People’s University of Medical & Health Sciences (Nawabshah): Joint research in community health
  • University of Sargodha: Faculty exchange programs
  • Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University (SZABMU): Shared clinical training at PIMS
• Accreditation:
  • Federal Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education: Diploma programs recognized for credit transfer
  • Pakistan Nursing & Midwifery Council (PNMC): BScN graduates eligible for national licensure exams
  • Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan: Degrees recognized for public sector employment
• Global Academic Network:
  • Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI): Faculty training partnerships
  • Oxford Academic Health Alliance: Virtual grand rounds participation

Featured Opportunity: Annual Inter-University Nursing Symposium, hosted rotationally at PIHS and partner campuses.

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