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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Upgrading)

A flexible upgrading programme designed for practising registered nurses, combining online theory with face-to-face practical learning.

Official OUK material for Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Upgrading)
Duration2.5 years / 8 trimesters
FeesKES 43,000 — billing period needs confirmation
Study modeBlended: online theory and face-to-face practicals
SchoolPlease confirm with OUK

Entry requirements

Admission information

Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN/KRN or equivalent), an active Nursing Council of Kenya licence, and practical post-diploma work experience.

What students may learn

Curriculum areas

Advanced clinical nursingCommunity healthMaternal and child healthMental healthResearchNursing educationNursing informaticsLeadershipHealth services management

Possible pathways

Career and progression information

Advanced nursing knowledgeLeadership and health services managementNursing education and informaticsFurther professional learning

These are possible pathways described in OUK materials, not guarantees of employment, registration, promotion or income.

Fee information needs confirmation

The uploaded OUK poster states KES 43,000 per trimester; an earlier official programme page described it as per semester. Confirm the current billing period and total cost with OUK before applying.

SourceOUK Nursing Upgrading poster and official programme informationLast verified: 21 September 2026Explore the programme through OUK