The Arabian Gulf University (AGU) has opened admission for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing programme for the academic year 2025-2026 for students from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. This programme, which is being offered for the second consecutive year, spans four years and focuses on teaching nursing sciences at the undergraduate level.

Applicants must have a high school diploma from the scientific track or its equivalent, with an overall average of no less than 85%, and must score at least 80% in scientific subjects such as mathematics, physics, and biology. Additionally, candidates must pass a personal interview and an English language exam conducted by the College of Medicine and Health Sciences.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing programme is designed to meet the demand for skilled nurses capable of providing healthcare services at various levels within the GCC. The curriculum emphasises both theoretical knowledge and practical clinical experience, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to face the complex healthcare challenges in the region.

The programme also addresses the unique cultural and health considerations of the GCC region, preparing graduates to provide quality care to patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

AGU is committed to offering innovative academic programmes at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels to meet future labour market needs in the GCC countries, particularly the demand for qualified Gulf nurses. This is especially relevant given the rising need for healthcare services and the increasing elderly population requiring specialised care, along with the rise in chronic diseases linked to lifestyle changes.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing programme aligns with the university’s vision and strategy to provide high-quality academic programmes in health, sciences, education, environment, and technology that meet current labour market needs and align with future job demands.

The programme aims to develop leadership capabilities and research skills among admitted students, with a strong focus on enhancing their clinical skills.

Graduates will be prepared to take on leadership roles in the nursing profession and contribute to advancing nursing practice through evidence-based research, particularly in transitioning healthcare services to person-centered care. This requires building new competencies among graduates that enable them to achieve this in various healthcare settings.

Furthermore, the introduction of the nursing programme for the second consecutive year aligns with efforts to achieve the third goal of the Sustainable Development Goals, which aims to increase the number of qualified Gulf nurses to meet international standards (31 nurses per 10,000 people).

Notably, the percentage of non-nationals in the nursing profession ranges from 50.5% to 98.9% in GCC countries, according to World Health Organisation (WHO) statistics. Consequently, this nursing educational programme is designed to produce graduates who provide advanced nursing care, focusing on patients and contributing to the advancement of healthcare within the Gulf community.