CNUR PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Welcome to the program description of the Bachelor of Nursing at the College of Nursing (CNUR) at the University of Duhok. Nursing is a rapidly growing field with a high demand for qualified professionals, both locally and globally. CNUR stands out for its commitment to practical education and fostering strong patient relations, making it a leading choice for aspiring nurses.

Our program prepares students for a rewarding career in nursing by providing a comprehensive foundation in biophysical, behavioural, and humanistic sciences, along with specialized nursing skills and techniques. Nursing is a profession dedicated to preventing illness, caring for the acutely ill, and assisting individuals with long-term rehabilitative needs to achieve optimal health. At CNUR, we emphasize the importance of quality patient care in various healthcare settings, both public and private.

Driven by our mission to serve the local and regional community, CNUR aims to address the healthcare needs of the Kurdistan region and beyond. Our goal is to graduate highly skilled nursing professionals capable of delivering the best possible outcomes for patients. Our programs adhere to the highest standards of interdisciplinary nursing requirements, ensuring that students receive top-notch training and education.

At CNUR, learning goes beyond textbooks. Students gain practical, hands-on experience through clinical rotations in hospitals and community settings, allowing them to develop essential skills and explore various nursing specialities. Our curriculum includes general education courses, nursing-specific courses, and extensive clinical education, providing students with a well-rounded education and helping them discover their passion within the field of nursing.

Join us at CNUR and start on a fulfilling journey towards becoming a competent and compassionate nursing professional.

At CNUR we strive that our graduates to attain:

At the College of Nursing (CNUR), we are committed to equipping our graduates with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to excel in their nursing careers. Our goal is to ensure that each graduate embodies the following qualities:

1. Clinical Excellence: Mastery of nursing skills and techniques to deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care to patients across diverse healthcare settings.

2. Compassionate Care: A deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients, coupled with empathy and respect for their dignity and autonomy.

3. Critical Thinking: Ability to analyse complex situations, synthesize information, and make informed decisions to promote optimal patient outcomes.

4. Effective Communication: Strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, engage with patients and their families, and advocate for patient needs.

5. Cultural Competence: Recognition and respect for the cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic diversity of patients and communities, and the ability to provide culturally sensitive care.

6. Ethical Practice: Adherence to professional standards and ethical principles in nursing practice, including integrity, honesty, and commitment to patient safety and confidentiality.

7. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development, continuous learning, and staying abreast of advancements in nursing science and healthcare technology.

8. Leadership and Advocacy: Willingness to assume leadership roles, advocate for social justice and healthcare equity, and contribute to policy development and healthcare system improvements.

At CNUR, we strive to cultivate these attributes in our graduates, empowering them to make meaningful contributions to the nursing profession and the well-being of individuals and communities they serve.

CNUR Vision:

To be a leading centre of excellence in nursing education, research, and practice, shaping compassionate and skilled nursing professionals who make significant contributions to the health and well-being of individuals and communities locally and globally.

CNUR Mission: 

The mission of the Bachelor Degree in Nursing program at the College of Nursing (CNUR) at the University of Duhok is to provide a rigorous and comprehensive education that prepares students to excel as competent, compassionate, and ethical nursing professionals. We are committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment that promotes critical thinking, evidence-based practice, cultural competence, and lifelong learning. Through innovative teaching methods, collaborative research endeavours, and community engagement initiatives, we empower our graduates to meet the evolving challenges of the healthcare landscape and make meaningful contributions to improving health outcomes and advancing nursing practice.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs):

Our course content is reviewed annually to ensure that it is current and relevant. Individual modules are updated or removed on a regular basis. This is in response to findings from our world-class research, funding changes, professional accreditation requirements, student or employer feedback, review results, and changes in staff or student numbers. In the event of a change, we will consult and inform students as soon as possible, and we will take reasonable steps to minimise disruption. We no longer provide unrestricted module selection. If your course included unrestricted modules, your department will provide you with a list of modules from their own and other subject areas from which to choose.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) for the College of Nursing at the University of Duhok:

1. Patient-Centred Care: Graduates will demonstrate competent and responsible practice by integrating nursing knowledge to provide patient-centred, holistic, compassionate, and culturally sensitive care across diverse patient populations, families, and communities.

2. Evidence-Based Practice: Graduates will utilize scholarship to evaluate and integrate current evidence with clinical expertise, considering clients' preferences and values, to make informed practice decisions aimed at achieving quality outcomes.

3. Safety: Graduates will apply clinical reasoning and critical thinking skills to promote a culture of safety, prevent risks of harm, and ensure the well-being of populations, families, colleagues, and the community.

4. Communication, Teamwork, and Collaboration: Graduates will demonstrate effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering mutual respect and shared decision-making to enhance knowledge, experience, and health outcomes. They will also collaborate within nursing and interprofessional teams to achieve quality patient outcomes.

5. Systems-Based Practice: Graduates will recognize the changing healthcare system and demonstrate the ability to access resources in a safe, effective, and financially responsible manner to provide value-based care.

6. Leadership: Graduates will demonstrate leadership through accountability, influence, and collaboration with others to facilitate the establishment and achievement of shared goals in healthcare settings.

7. Quality Improvement: Graduates will recognize a commitment to quality improvement by understanding the value of data, design, implementation, and evaluation strategies to improve the quality and safety of healthcare systems.

8. Professionalism: Graduates will demonstrate professionalism through consistent application and self-reflection of ethical, legal, altruistic, humanistic, and regulatory principles, as well as self-care practices.

9. Information and Technology: Graduates will demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology and information systems to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate errors, and support decision-making for safe practice.

10. Lifelong Learning: Graduates will assume responsibility for lifelong learning and professional development to stay abreast of advancements in nursing science and healthcare, contributing to ongoing improvements in patient care and nursing practice.

Annually, we meticulously review our course content to ensure its currency and relevance. Individual modules undergo regular updates or removal, driven by insights gleaned from our cutting-edge research, shifts in funding, professional accreditation standards, feedback from students and employers, review outcomes, and fluctuations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any changes, we promptly consult and notify students, taking measures to minimise any disruptions. As part of this process, we no longer offer unrestricted module selection. If your course previously included unrestricted modules, your department will furnish you with a curated list of modules from their own and other subject areas for your selection.

These Program Educational Objectives are periodically reviewed by the department to ensure alignment with the evolving needs of the nursing profession and healthcare industry. We welcome your constructive feedback as we strive for continuous improvement to better serve our students and the community.

Admission Requirements

The College of Nursing (CNUR) at the University of Duhok welcomes applications from qualified students passionate about pursuing a rewarding career in nursing. To be eligible for admission, you must meet the following requirements:

General Requirements:

• Citizenship: Be an Iraqi citizen or hold official residency paperwork for the Kurdistan Region.

• Age: Be up to 30 years of age at the time of application. (Note: Based on the latest Ministry of Higher Education regulations, 75% of admitted students will be female.)

• Application: Submit your application through the national admissions platform, ZankoLine.

Academic Requirements:

• Graduate from a High School in the Kurdistan Region: Hold a high school diploma from a recognized institution within the Kurdistan Region.

English Language Requirements:

• English Proficiency: The language of instruction at CNUR is English for all courses, except the Kurdistan Studies course, which is taught in Kurdish. Demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency to succeed in the program. Specific English language testing requirements may apply. Please contact the CNUR admissions office for more details.

Graduation Requirements:

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from CNUR, you must successfully complete the following program requirements:

• Program Learning Outcomes: Demonstrate mastery of the general program and course-specific learning outcomes established by CNUR.

• Optional Courses: Complete any selected optional courses offered by the program.

• Bachelor's Research Paper: Prepare and defend a research paper as part of your final graduation requirements.

We encourage you to explore our website and contact the CNUR admissions office for further information and application procedures.