Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing
If a rewarding and exciting career in primary health care is in your future, join UNBC and our collaborative partners to earn the degree you need to become a Registered Nurse (RN).
Employment opportunities for nurses in northern B.C. are trending upwards.
The Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NCBNP) introduces students to the unique aspects of delivering health care in small urban and rural communities located throughout B.C.’s northern region and beyond.
136 credits, 4 Years,
Program Details
The NCBNP curriculum is designed for you to:
- consider the physical, psychological, social, environmental, and spiritual domains of clients
- demonstrate cultural sensitivity
- collaborate with clients, other health-care providers, and the community
You will appreciate how nursing advocates for a health-care system that:
- emphasizes health promotion and illness prevention
- is based on practical, affordable, manageable, culturally acceptable care and technology
- is available for all clients in a universal, equitable manner
Offered collaboratively between UNBC, the College of New Caledonia (CNC), and Coast Mountain College (CMTN), the NCBNP provides a four-year integrated program culminating in a UNBC Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Graduates are eligible to write the NCLEX-RN and to apply for registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) after passing the exam.
Career Paths
- Registered Nurse
- Nursing manager
- Surgical nurse
- Community health nurse
- Intensive care nurse
- Emergency room nurse
- Nursing educator
- Nursing researcher
- Hospital administrator
- Policy analyst
- Policy consultant
- University instructor
Why at UNBC
- Prepare for a career as a Registered Nurse with a special emphasis on the health needs of northern populations
- Develop critical thinking, apply effective clinical decision making, and gain practical experience in a variety of health-care settings
- Learn the practice of nursing through the application and evaluation of knowledge, the practice of skills, and the internalization of caring and professional attitudes
- Study theory online and in the classroom, practice in nursing laboratories and high-fidelity simulation centres, and apply it all through sequential practica in diverse clinical settings
- Choose from potential opportunities to participate in specialist courses in nursing in your undergraduate degree
'En Cha Huná
UNBC’s motto, from the Dakelh (Carrier) Elders, reminds us that all people have a voice and a viewpoint. Interpreted as “respecting all forms of life,” 'En Cha Huná encapsulates the spirit of academic freedom, respect for others, and willingness to recognize different perspectives.
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Admission Requirements
Full NCBNP Admission Details, including Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Access
Partner Colleges
UNBC delivers this program collaboratively with partner colleges. Interested students apply directly to and complete years 1 and 2 of the program at the partner college in their preferred location:
- Prince George and Quesnel: College of New Caledonia
- Terrace: Coast Mountain College
Competitive Entry
The NCBNP is a competitive-entry program. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance to the program, as seats are limited.
Indigenous Applicants
Self-identified Indigenous applicants who meet or exceed the minimum requirements for the program receive priority for up to 20% of the first-year seats.
High School Requirements (applicable for B.C. and Yukon)
Overall average of 70% minimum in the following:
- English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 (minimum 70%)
- Anatomy & Physiology 12 (minimum 73% completed within five years of acceptance)
- Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
- Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
- Additional Grade 12 Course (Elective or Academic)
- Chemistry 11 (minimum 70%)
- Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 11 (minimum 70%)
View the full list of Approved Academic Grade 12 Courses
Transfer Requirements
- Have attempted at least 15 credit hours of post-secondary transferrable coursework from a recognized institution
- Be in good academic standing at transfer institution
- Have a 2.0 GPA from most recent 30 credits prior to transfer
- Meet the above high school admission requirements or their college/university equivalents; high school transcripts may be requested.
- Transfer credits may be awarded for coursework completed at recognized institutions
Priority Consideration
Domestic applicants receive priority consideration for seats in the Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing program. International applicants will be considered only if seats remain after all qualified domestic applicants have been considered.
Partner Colleges
UNBC delivers this program collaboratively with partner colleges. Applicants must apply to the partner college in their city of interest:
- Prince George and Quesnel: College of New Caledonia
- Terrace: Coast Mountain College
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) English requirements found on the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) website
Transfer Requirements
- Have attempted at least 15 credit hours of post-secondary transferrable coursework from a recognized institution
- Be in good academic standing at transfer institution
- Have a 2.0 GPA from most recent 30 credits prior to transfer
- Meet the previously stated high school admission requirements or their college/university equivalents; high school transcripts may be requested
- Transfer credits may be awarded for coursework completed at recognized institutions
Other Requirements
International Admission Requirements by Country
Admission with a General Certificate of Education (or equivalent)
Tuition and Fees
Approximate Costs per Academic Year
(30 credit hours, 10 courses)
| Domestic | International | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition* | $5,985 | $26,750 |
| Student fees* | $1,125 | $1,315 |
| Books* | $1,400 | $1,400 |
* Tuition, fees and books are subject to change and vary among programs.
Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards
View the hundreds of available scholarships, bursaries, and awards.
- 1 in 4 students receive a UNBC financial award.
- $3,500,000 in financial awards given each year.
Important Dates
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