Overview

The Nursing programme at Laurentian University provides a comprehensive framework for advanced practice, research, and leadership within the healthcare sector. Students engage with a curriculum designed to address the unique challenges of health delivery in small urban, northern rural, and remote communities. This master’s level education fosters a deep understanding of nursing science while encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration.

Why Nursing at Laurentian University?

This programme is distinguished by its focus on northern and remote healthcare contexts, ensuring graduates are equipped to serve diverse and often underserved populations. Laurentian University offers four distinct streams in both English and French, allowing students to specialise in clinical practice or research. The remote delivery model is specifically tailored for mature learners, providing accessibility for those residing outside of Sudbury while maintaining high academic standards informed by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 3024 per module
• National fee: CAD 1234 per module

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum varies by stream, focusing on evidence-based practice, theory, and systematic inquiry. Modules may include:

• Nursing Research
• Health Care Policy and Nursing Practice in Northern, Rural and Remote Environment
• Nursing Science and Theory
• Leadership and Management in Healthcare Environments
• Advancing Social Justice
• Environmental Epidemiology
• Advanced Practice Nursing
• Thesis Seminar
• Risk Management in Healthcare Environments

Careers with Nursing

Graduates are prepared for high-level roles across the healthcare spectrum, including positions in education, research, and clinical leadership. The programme supports career advancement in various settings such as hospitals, home care, and palliative care units. Alumni often find employment with major organisations including Health Sciences North, community care access centres, and various post-secondary institutions across Ontario. The diverse training enables nurses to take on specialised roles in hospital units or contribute to public health policy and community health units.