Academic Policies
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Academic Standing

To be in good academic standing and progress in the BScN program, a student must meet all of the following:

  1. meet all conditions of admission;

  2. not fail more than 3 credits in any one year or in any sequence of 30 credits;

  3. achieve a minimum of 60% in each required nursing and science course;

  4. achieve an overall average of 60% in all passed courses in the previous year (or previous 30 consecutive credits);

  5. demonstrate satisfactory clinical and laboratory performance in courses where clinical experience is required (failure to demonstrate satisfactory performance in these areas constitutes a failure in the course regardless of numerical grade, therefore all aspects of the course must be repeated);

  6. complete all course evaluation components.

Withdrawal From the Program

A student is required to withdraw from the School of Nursing if he or she:

  1. does not satisfy all conditions after one probationary year or 30 consecutive credits;

  2. fails 36 credits or more;

  3. has not achieved good academic standing in two consecutive years or 60 consecutive credits;

  4. has not demonstrated, while on probation, satisfactory clinical performance in any nursing practice course;

  5. fails to obtain the minimum academic grade and satisfactory clinical and lab performance where appropriate in a course on a second attempt;

  6. fails to demonstrate professional practice as outlined by Laurentian University School of Nursing, professional regulatory bodies, and host clinical agencies.

A student who is required to withdraw may petition the Senate Committee on Academic Regulations and Awards for readmission after one calendar year. Such an appeal should have a recommendation from the director of the school before being considered by the committee.

Students in good academic standing who choose to discontinue their studies at the end of the first or any other year, with successful completion of that year, may apply for readmission with advanced standing. Cases are considered on an individual basis.

Probation

A student is subject to a one year probationary period for failure to meet any of the above criteria under academic standing.

Additional Costs

In addition to the regular tuition and general fees, students in the School of Nursing are required to purchase learning resources (e.g., textbooks, laboratory kits, etc.) and required uniforms. All expenses (e.g., travel, parking, accommodations, etc.) related to clinical placements are the responsibility of the student.

Attendance

Attendance and preparation are mandatory for all program components including classes, laboratories, and clinical. Communication with the professor is mandatory for consideration of extenuating circumstances for absences and for academic counseling regarding progress in the course. These circumstances will be evaluated on an individual basis. The method for monitoring attendance is at the discretion of the course professor(s). Substantiating documentation may be required for absences.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

The BScN program prepares individuals for nursing practice with health promotion and professional caring perspectives in a variety of settings with diverse populations. Students develop professional independence, self-directedness and critical thinking. Graduates are self-reflective, self-evaluative, responsible, accountable, and make clinical judgments based on the best evidence. They create and influence the future of nursing practice at a political, social and professional level by responding to and anticipating the changing needs of society. Furthermore, they are prepared to meet entry level professional practice requirements as identified by the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Degree Requirements for Students Enrolled in the Baccalaureate Degree Program

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a student must meet all stated degree requirements:

  1. complete all NURS courses including clinical requirements where appropriate;

  2. complete all required science courses with a minimum grade of 60% in each;

  3. achieve a minimum overall average of 60% on all passed courses (only courses approved by Laurentian University are included in the calculation of averages);

  4. complete all NURS courses for the BScN degree within 8 years of the first nursing course.

 

[Senate - February 10, 2009]

 
 
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