Bachelor's Program in Nursing

With the Bachelor’s program in Nursing at OST, you’ll gain the professional and interpersonal skills needed to accurately assess symptoms, make evidence-based decisions, and provide expert care for patients with physical or mental health challenges.

Program at a Glance

Degree
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (180 ECTS) with professional qualification as a certified nursing specialist (FH)

Start of Program Studies
Each September during week 38 (orientation in week 37)

Duration of Studies

• Full-time program: 6 semesters
• Part-time program: 8 semesters
• Part-time program for individuals with advanced vocational qualifications (HF): 4 semesters and a Bachelor’s thesis 

Tuition
CHF 1,000 per semester

Campus
St.Gallen campus

Registration Deadline
Until April 30 of the current year | Applications are still accepted as long as study places are available.

Good to Know
Since the courses are taught in German, we kindly refer you to the German pages for more detailed information.

Advantages of a Bachelor in Nursing at OST

• Diverse Career Opportunities: Whether working directly with children or the elderly, in surgery or long-term care, in hospitals, nursing homes, or research—nursing offers a wide range of possibilities. The Bachelor’s program in Nursing at OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences prepares you for this versatility and opens doors to a variety of career paths. 
   
• Clinical Assessment: Gain essential skills in clinical assessment, such as describing the functions of healthy organ systems, recognizing and interpreting disease symptoms, and gathering and documenting key patient history. You’ll also focus on examining patients with specific symptoms and assessing the urgency of medical interventions. 
   
• Professional Qualification: Alongside a solid theoretical foundation, completing the Bachelor’s program in Nursing qualifies you as a certified nursing specialist. 
   
• Evidence-Based Education: The program equips you with scientific and evidence-based practices essential for modern nursing, providing a deep understanding of the field. 

Specializations

After completing the foundational and advanced studies, you can choose from three specialization modules. Based on your interests and strengths, you’ll gain additional knowledge in a specific field, laying the groundwork for future career opportunities.