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The Master of Science in Nursing (MScN) programme, first of its kind in Pakistan, is a two-year programme that prepares advanced practice nurses who will develop innovative, practical solutions to complex health problems from a scientific perspective. ​Nursing practice in both rural and urb​​an areas will be emphasized with the student selecting their specialty areas of advanced practice.

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Admissions are open for 2026-2027​​​ cycle. The last date for submission of applications is March 16​, 2026​. ​​

You are required to apply online. For assistance in completing the online application, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) or ​Understanding the Online Process guide.​​​​

Eligibility Criteria​

To be eligible to apply for the MScN programme, candidates may apply through any of the following two routes.

Route I

  • Secondary School Certificate (SSC) (science group) or equivalent
  • Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) (pre-medical) or equivalent
  • Four-year BScN degree and transcript attested from Higher Education Commission, Pakistan (HEC)
  • Minimum two years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse by November 30, 2026​, including one-year Internship in a hospital
  • Valid registration with Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC) or equivalent

Route II

  • Secondary School Certificate
  • Three-year General Nursing Diploma (RN)
  • One-year Midwifery Diploma (RM) or any post-basic speciality for male in lieu of midwifery
  • Proof of completion of three compulsory courses:  English, Islamic Studies/Ethics and Pakistan Studies at BA/BSc- level, as per Higher Education Commission’s Nursing policy guidelines
  • Two-year Post-RN BScN / Post-RN BScM ​degree attested from Higher Education Commission, Pakistan (HEC) with a minimum of 60 credit hours 
  • Minimum two-years of experience as Registered Nuerse by November 30, 2026​
This includes:
  • One year of experience as a Registered Nurse prior to Post-RN BScN / Post-RN BScM degree programme
  • One year experience as a Registered Nurse after Post RN BScN / Post-RN BScM (clinical includes inpatient and outpatient in primary and tertiary care, as well as teaching and research) for admission in MScN programme.
  • Valid Registration with the Pakistan Nursing Council or equivalent
  • 16-years of equivalence from HEC in relevant field for candidates applying with Post-RN BScN / Post-RN BScM or foreign degree

For further information you can reach us using contact details provided below.​​​​​​​


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Why nursing at AKU?

Nurses are the underappreciated heroes of the healthcare world. At AKU, we focus on producing nurse leaders who are trusted to be the best in their field and are able to create an impact.​​​​



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​Office of the Registrar

School of Nursing and ​Midwifery
​The Aga Khan University
Stadium Road, Karachi 74800​ Pakistan​

Email: sonadmission.query@aku.edu
Tel: +92 21 3486 5406 / 5535​​