School of Nursing

and Midwifery
Undergraduate Programmes
Admission Information 2024 - 2025

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

The University 3

The School of Nursing and Midwifery (SONAM) 3

Undergraduate Programmes at SONAM 4

Admission to the School of Nursing and Midwifery 5

Who can Apply? 6

Admission Process Summary 6

Eligibility Criteria 7

The AKU Undergraduate Admission Test 9

Application for Admission 10

Apply Online 12

Fees and Funding 16

Key Dates for 2024 – 2025 Admissions 17

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 THE UNIVERSITY

The Aga Khan University is a pioneering institution of higher education and research that works to
improve quality of life in the developing world and beyond. We educate leaders, generate life-saving
knowledge and set an example that raises standards in the societies in which we work. We empower
women and the disadvantaged, strengthen pluralism and partner with world-renowned institutions to
address problems that affect millions of people.

A not-for-profit institution, AKU was founded in 1983 by His Highness the Aga Khan. As Pakistan’s
first private university, we paved the way for the growth of the country’s private higher education
sector. In the early 2000s, the University expanded to Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Afghanistan and
the United Kingdom.

At AKU, students flourish in a supportive environment that embraces diversity, demands excellence
and encourages leadership and direct engagement with real-world challenges. Our graduates go on
to study and work at eminent universities and organizations around the world, and to make a
difference in their home countries.

AKU is open to all, regardless of race, religion, gender or geographic origin. Two-thirds of students
and half of faculty members are women. Admission is based on merit, and our needs sensitive
financial assistance programme ensures that individuals from lower-income backgrounds are able to
attend.

THE SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY

The Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery, AKU-SONAM, was established in 1980,
three years prior to the establishment of the University and the University Hospital. It was the first
operational academic unit of the Aga Khan University and the first School of Nursing and Midwifery
in the country to be affiliated with a university.

The School of Nursing and Midwifery has also accomplished many other firsts in Pakistan. It was the
first to start a two-year Post Registered Nurse Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Post-RN BScN,
programme for diploma-qualified nurses in 1988, the first to start a four-year Bachelor of Science in
Nursing, BScN, in 1997, and the first to begin a Master of Science in Nursing, MScN, programme in
2001. In 2012, it was the first to start a Post-RM Bachelor of Science in Midwifery, Post-RM BScM,
and in 2015, the first to begin a PhD in Nursing in Pakistan.

Under the greater vision of the University’s founder and Chancellor, His Highness Prince Karim Aga
Khan, the School’s common vision across Pakistan and East Africa is “transforming nurses and
midwives for a global future”.

The School of Nursing and Midwifery aspires towards becoming a centre of excellence in the region,
by providing a high level of education, research and service and promoting and disseminating
knowledge and technology with particular relevance to the development of Pakistan, developing
nations and the Muslim Ummah. Following the University’s international mandate, the School of
Nursing and Midwifery is currently working towards improving the access to and quality of nursing
and midwifery education initiatives in Pakistan, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Afghanistan.
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In order to meet its goal to achieve the highest international quality, the School of Nursing and
Midwifery has forged mutually beneficial and long-term partnerships with international universities
such as the Universities of Alberta, Calgary, Johns Hopkins, and Washington. In collaboration with its
partners, the School of Nursing and Midwifery has been able to provide unique higher education
opportunities to prepare its faculty members for distinguished careers in academics like teaching and
learning in classroom, clinical education and using simulation as strategy to prepare learners, they also
have opportunities for joint and individual research, and access to international expertise in developing
innovative curricula and evidence-based pedagogies.

The School combines the talents of national and international faculty with educational and professional
experiences from Pakistan, Africa and North America. Faculty expertise in clinical practice, education,
management and research enriches nursing education of students across all programmes. Aga Khan
University School of Nursing and Midwifery motivates young men and women from all over Pakistan,
and overseas, to choose nursing as a career in order to strengthen the delivery of healthcare services. In
the process, these young individuals are encouraged to play a more meaningful role in their nation’s
development, and advancement for women, which is in harmony with the traditions of Islamic society.

The Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery offers the following undergraduate
programmes:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BScN

• Post-RN Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Post-RN BScN
• Post-RM Bachelor of Science in Midwifery, Post-RM BScM

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES AT SONAM

I. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Degree Programme

The BScN is a four-year academic programme with an additional one-year mandatory internship. At
the conclusion of five years, students become eligible to apply for the PNMC licensure examination
and receive the license as a Registered Nurse.

This programme equips students with knowledge, skills and attitude needed to practice in nursing
profession. It is designed to prepare clinically competent professional nurses, who delivers care to
patient, their families and community. Upon completion of the programme, nurses are able to utilise
their nursing skills for holistic care and play a role as change agents in nursing practice and education
in any health care setting.

INTERNSHIP FOR BSCN PROGRAMME (BSCN)

All students entering the four-year BScN programme are required to complete an additional one year
of internship. This is a mandatory requirement for obtaining licensure from the Pakistan Nursing and
Midwifery Council. The internship will begin after the completion of the fourth year of BScN studies
in which the students are expected to work in the assigned units as nursing interns to strengthen their
clinical experience.

The AKUSONAM will be responsible to arrange internship of their graduates in AKUH/AKDN

teaching hospitals approved by Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council (PNMC). An internship
programme will be planned between the school and the hospital to facilitate rotation in several clinical
areas. The graduates will receive the basic salary of a staff nurse at AKUH or according to the policy
of the Institution at the time of the internship. The internee will submit a formal letter/certificate issued
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by the Chief Nursing Office upon the completion of the internship period to the Dean, School of
Nursing and Midwifery. The said Dean will send the final list of eligible applicants to the PNMC. All
applicants will be required to write the PNMC licensure examination to obtain the license to practice.

II. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Post-RN BScN) Degree Programme

The Post-RN BScN is a two-year degree programme designed to give experienced Registered Nurses,
RNs, an opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge and skills needed to practice nursing care as
clinically competent professional nurses. With entry-to-practice in nursing soon officially moving
towards a compulsory Bachelor’s qualification, this programme offers working RNs an opportunity to
continue and improve their career prospects for the future. Graduates will be able to provide leadership
and influence the development of the nursing profession in Pakistan. Upon completion of the
programme, nurses are able to utilise critical thinking in providing holistic nursing care and play a role
as change agents in nursing practice and education in any healthcare setting. Both full time and part
time study options are available, with a flexibility of completing the programme in 3 years.

The minimum number of students required to offer the programme is at least 12.

III. Bachelor of Science in Midwifery (Post-RM BScM) Degree Programme

The Post-RM BScM is a two-year degree programme for Registered Midwives, that will equip them
with comprehensive, evidence-based midwifery care essentially to healthy women throughout
pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care, neonatal care and family planning.

The comprehensive educational standards developed by the International Confederation of Midwives,

ICM, provide the guiding framework for the programme. The curriculum has been designed with the
objective of producing clinically competent graduates and clinical leaders who meet the knowledge,
skills and standards set out at national and international levels and also to respond to the socio-cultural,
ethical and the legal frameworks in the country.

The programme spread over two years comprises four semesters, 18 weeks each of full-time study. The
programme comprises midwifery and related courses offering in a unique blend of face-to-face and
distance-learning approaches for theory and practice.

The minimum number of students required to offer the programme is at least 12.

ADMISSION TO THE SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY

Under its charter, AKU is open to all academically qualified candidates without consideration to
gender, religion, race, creed, colour or domicile. Students from anywhere in Pakistan and overseas may
apply. There are no quotas, reserved seats or admissions against donations. Merit-based admissions are
open to candidates from around the world.

Admission to the Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery, AKU-SONAM, is based on
merit and potential for leadership. Merit will be assessed by several criteria including scholastic
achievements, performance on an admission test and interviews, productive use of time and other
experiences indicating potential for leadership. The gender ratio for admission to the BScN, Post-RN
BScN and the Post-RM-BScM programmes will be in accordance with the University stipulations.

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Fulfilment of basic eligibility requirements or a high academic score in any single discipline or any
other outstanding achievement alone will not be sufficient for selection. Selection to the AKU-SONAM
is made with great care and concern. Its decisions are irrevocable and are not negotiable.

Experience over the years has shown that competition for admission is intense. Candidates are advised
in their own interest to apply to other institutions as well. A deliberate effort is made to select students
from diverse economic and educational backgrounds. This is done in the belief that diversity in the
student body greatly enriches the educational experience.

As English is the medium of instruction at AKU, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence
in English comprehension and expression, both written and verbal.

It is in the best interest of students, particularly from overseas, to have a working knowledge of Urdu.
The University would also make necessary arrangements for acculturation and strengthening of
language skills through coaching, where possible.

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WHO CAN APPLY?
Candidates in Pakistan or overseas, who have successfully completed or are completing their HSSC
/ graduate / postgraduate education in the year of application by the dates scheduled for submission
in this brochure and meet the eligibility criteria as indicated in this brochure may apply.

PROVISIONAL APPLICATIONS
The Aga Khan University will accept provisional applications from candidates who will be writing
their Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) examination/graduation/postgraduate examination
until the summer of 2024. All such applications will be evaluated for admission on a provisional basis.
In cases where provisional admission is granted, applicants will be required to submit their (pending)
HSSC examination or their graduation/postgraduate examination results in accordance with the
minimum eligibility requirements by the dates specified in this University brochure. If the
HSSC/graduate/postgraduate examination result of a provisionally admitted candidate is less than the
minimum eligibility requirement and is not submitted within the due dates, the admission offer made
by University will stand cancelled.

It is candidate’s responsibility to ensure that the pending results are received in the admission office
according to the published schedule.

REPEAT APPLICATIONS
Applicants not successful in their first attempt may apply again with additional information supporting
their application. A candidate’s most recent formal academic qualification will be used for evaluation
purposes.

A fresh application together with necessary documentation must be submitted for a particular admission
session. The University does not have a policy of automatically carrying forward applications from one
session to the next.

ADMISSION PROCESS SUMMARY

• Submitting an application according to the eligibility requirements of AKU.
Stage I
• Writing the AKU Undergraduate Admission Test.

Candidates who are shortlisted based on the Admission Test will be required to:
Stage II
• Submit relevant academic documents.
• Candidates will be required to attend panel interview with faculty members
of the University. The number of candidates interviewed is limited.
• Submit reference letters for Post-RN BScN & Post-RN BScM programme.
Final Selection: Rank order of shortlisted candidates is based upon the review of
Stage III scholastic achievements, interview reports and reference letters (if applicable).

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REQUIREMENTS FOR ELIGIBILITY
I. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING PROGRAMME (BSCN)
In line with Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council (PNMC), candidates may apply for the four-year
BScN Programme if their age is within 14 years to 35 years on January 1, 2025. Marital status is not a
consideration.

Candidates applying to the BScN programmes should have completed the Higher Secondary Certificate
(HSSC) in the pre-medical group with a minimum of 50% or equivalent. Candidates should have
completed the Secondary School Certificate or equivalent in the Science group with biology, chemistry
and physics as compulsory subjects.

Candidates with equivalent qualifications (in the British, American, Canadian or any other system of
Education in Pakistan and overseas) must submit equivalence certificates from the Inter Board
Committee of Chairmen (IBCC). The equivalence must state that the qualification is equivalent to an
overall aggregate of at least 50% HSSC pre-medical qualification in Pakistan. Applicants must note
that applications will not be processed for final selection without required equivalence certificates.

Candidates who have completed two years in college, or have an undergraduate or graduate degree are
also required to have achieved a minimum aggregate of 50% or equivalent in their HSSC in the pre-
medical group.

II. POST-RN BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING PROGRAMME (POST-RN BSCN)

To be eligible to apply, candidates should have met the following requirements and criteria:

1. Have obtained the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) (any group) or equivalent.
2. Have obtained the three-year RN Diploma.
3. Hold current/valid registration/license in their country of residence.
4. Have achieved at least a second division in the Provincial Nursing Board examination. Overseas
applicants must submit evidence of successfully passing their National Nursing
Registration/Licensure examination.
5. Completed RM Diploma (any Post Basic Specialty for male in lieu of midwifery)
6. All Registered Nurses holding an RN/RM must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the
Institution where RN/RM has been completed. The NOC must certify that the institution and/or
affiliated Hospital has No Objection if the candidate pursues higher education at the Aga Khan
University for the academic session 2024.
7. Candidates applying with foreign qualifications are required to submit 14 years of equivalence from
Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council (PNMC).
In line with Higher Education Commission [HEC] requirements, candidates should have completed the
mandatory courses of English, Pakistan Studies and Islamic Studies/Ethics and Religion at BA/BSc
level.

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 Candidates must achieve a competitive score on the AKU-SONAM Admission Test. Students may be
required to attend supplementary English classes/or Nursing Knowledge at the discretion of the
Admission Committee.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate leadership and a commitment to the nursing profession.
Communication skills are key for the programme. Candidates must also have sufficient nursing
knowledge and skills appropriate for study at the baccalaureate level. These qualities will be evaluated
through the admission test, letters of reference and a personal interview with each candidate.

The University reserves the right to request candidates to complete an enrichment programme before
making a final offer of admission. In such cases, admission into the BScN programme will be
confirmed upon successful completion of the Enrichment programme.

III. POST-RM BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MIDWIFERY PROGRAMME (POST-RM BSCM)

To be eligible to apply, candidates should have met the following requirements and criteria:

8. Have obtained the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) (any group) or equivalent.
9. Have obtained the three-year RN Diploma.
10. Hold current/valid registration/license in their country of residence.
11. Have achieved at least a second division in the Provincial Nursing Board examination. Overseas
applicants must submit evidence of successfully passing their National Nursing
Registration/Licensure examination.
12. Completed RM Diploma (any Post Basic Specialty for male in lieu of midwifery)
13. All Registered Nurses holding an RN/RM must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the
Institution where RN/RM has been completed. The NOC must certify that the institution and/or
affiliated Hospital has No Objection if the candidate pursues higher education at the Aga Khan
University for the academic session 2024.
14. Candidates applying with foreign qualifications are required to submit 14 years of equivalence from
Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council (PNMC).
In line with Higher Education Commission [HEC] requirements, candidates should have completed the
mandatory courses of English, Pakistan Studies and Islamic Studies/Ethics and Religion at BA/BSc
level.
Candidates must achieve a competitive score on the AKU-SONAM Admission Test. Students may be
required to attend supplementary English classes/or Nursing Knowledge at the discretion of the
Admission Committee.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate leadership and a commitment to the nursing profession.
Communication skills are key for the programme. Candidates must also have sufficient nursing
knowledge and skills appropriate for study at the baccalaureate level. These qualities will be evaluated
through the admission test, letters of reference and a personal interview with each candidate.

The University reserves the right to request candidates to complete an enrichment programme before
making a final offer of admission. In such cases, admission into the programme will be confirmed
upon successful completion of the Enrichment programme.

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OBTAINING AN EQUIVALENCE CERTIFICATE FROM IBCC
All applicants to the School of Nursing and Midwifery, local and foreign, who have certificates of
education other than the Pakistani Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC), are required to submit
an equivalence certificate of their HSSC from the Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC). The
equivalence must state that the qualification is equivalent to an overall aggregate of at least 50% HSSC
pre-medical qualification in Pakistan.

For more details and updates please visit website: www.ibcc.edu.pk or visit IBCC offices located in
Karachi and Islamabad:

Islamabad: Plot No. 25, Street 38, G-10/4, Near Federal Government Employees Housing Authority
(FGEHA), Islamabad. Tel: +92 51 9106631.

Karachi: Plot No. ST-2, Liaquat Memorial Library premises near PTV Regional Office (Opposite
to Liaquat National Hospital), Stadium Road, Karachi. Tel +92 21 99230583 / 85
For other cities, please visit: www.ibcc.edu.pk/contact-us/

AKU UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION TEST

All applicants to the BScN, Post-RN-BScN and Post-RM-BScM degree programme are required to
write the AKU Undergraduate Admission Test. The Test is administered in English and consists of
multiple-choice questions designed to test recall, application of knowledge, deductive reasoning and
problem-solving ability.

NOTE: The test will be conducted online onsite on computers.

TEST COMPONENTS

BScN Degree Programme: The test comprises sections in English language, Mathematics Reasoning,
and Science Achievement (Chemistry, Biology and Physics). Please see sample test paper for details.

Post-RN BScN Degree Programme: The test comprises two components, English language and
Nursing knowledge. Please see sample test paper for details.

Post-RM BScM Degree Programme: The test comprises two components, English language and
Midwifery knowledge. Please see sample test paper for details.

All applicants to the School of Nursing and Midwifery programmes are required to demonstrate
proficiency in the English language.

For applicants residing overseas, the University will attempt to administer the Admission Test at a
centre convenient to the applicant.
The University does not provide any special preparation for its test, nor does it endorse or authorise
any publication or preparatory classes for this purpose.

The University reserves the right to evaluate the applications for shortlisting purposes on the criteria
developed at the time.

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VALIDITY OF AKU ADMISSION TEST SCORES
The AKU Undergraduate Admission Test scores are valid for a period of two years from the date the
test is written. For admission to the 2024 session, Admission Tests written in 2022 and 2023 will be
considered valid. The test scores of previous years will be used for shortlisting purposes only in cases
where applicants do not write the Admission Test in the year of application and inform the Admission
Office in advance. Candidates applying to programmes in the School of Nursing and Midwifery in the
2024 academic year are encouraged and advised to write the Admission Test with adequate preparation
even if they have written the Admission Test in the preceding two years.

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

Applications for admission will be accepted between January 14 - March 14, 2024. Candidates must
apply online by logging on to www.aku.edu/apply-online

Applications must be submitted via the online process. Applications will only be accepted if a
candidate completes following:
1. Upload the receipt of application fee on the online Portal.
2. Submit the application form online. (Candidate will receive a copy of the application form on
their email as a confirmation if the application is submitted successfully)
The University does not have a policy of processing incomplete applications or applications submitted
after the deadline. .
NOTE FOR ALL CANDIDATES
Candidates are requested to ensure they meet application eligibility requirements before applying.
These are listed in the programme brochure. Moreover, candidates are responsible to complete the
application and other requirements according to the published instructions and time schedule.

Aga Khan University reserves the right to admission; to revoke admission and registration if an
application is discovered to be inaccurate or incomplete, or if supporting documents are discovered to
be fraudulent. Any candidate who presents a fraudulent document in support of an application for
admission may be identified to other universities and colleges.

ADMIT CARD

The admit card to allow you to write the test will be received by candidates who apply online on their
portal and/or through an email.

In cases where the admit card is not received 12 days before the date of the test; candidates must email
the Admission Office at [email protected] for the required information and application
details.

If a candidate would like to write the test at a different test centre from the one originally noted in
the application form, candidate must inform the admission office via email at least 72 hours before
the test so that information can be sent to the Test Centre. Walk in candidates are not encouraged.

Please Note: The University does not take responsibility to conduct the test for candidates who walk
into a Test Centre without information.
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Please note:
To be allowed into the Test Centre to write the Test, candidates must bring:
▪ A hard copy of the admit card issued by AKU AND
▪ A valid current photo ID card/original CNIC/college ID card/enrolment card for
identification.

Without these documents, AKU reserves the right not to allow you to write the Test.

SHORTLISTING
On the basis of the Admission Test scores, applicants are shortlisted and invited for interviews.

INTERVIEWS
Interviews are held at the Aga Khan University. Alternate arrangements are made in other cities in
Pakistan if a sufficient number of applicants request for it.

For all applicants who are residing overseas, interviews will be conducted on Zoom. Information will
be conveyed to the applicants.

Applicants should note that interviews are a component of the application process and do not guarantee
selection.

DEFERRED ADMISSIONS
A request for deferred admission must be made in writing prior to the start of the academic session for
a maximum of one year. The reasons for deferral are reviewed by a committee constituted by the Dean,
before taking a decision. All decisions are final.

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APPLY ONLINE
Follow the steps below to apply for an academic programme online:

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Please upload the following documents when applying online
Note: The photograph should be in JPEG format with 2 MB size and all other documents should be in
PDF format with 5 MB file each.

BSCN, POST-RN BSCN & POST-RM BSCM PROGRAMME

1. Photograph (see photograph specification section)

2. B-Form/CNIC/NICOP (front & back copy) for candidates applying from Pakistan or relevant
pages of passport for overseas applicants.
3. Detailed curriculum vitae (CV) for Post-RN BScN & Post-RM BScM programme (see CV
specification section)

4. Application Fee: -Applying from AKU residential countries* is Rs. 7000/-

- Applying from AKU non-residential countries is US $ 150/-
- (see mode of payment section for details)

The application fee is non-refundable.

Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
*
Afghanistan, Burundi, Kenya, Pakistan, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED UPON SHORTLISTING

BSCN PROGRAMME
1. Secondary School Certificate (SSC) (Science Group) or equivalent

2. Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) (Pre-medical) or equivalent

Applicants with overseas qualifications are required to obtain an equivalence certificate from
IBCC. Admissions will not be finalised without equivalence certificates. (As applicable).

3. Domicile (Compulsory).

POST-RN BSCN AND POST-RM BSCM PROGRAMME

1. Secondary School Certificate (SSC) (any group) or equivalent.

2. Three-year RN Diploma

3. One-year RM Diploma / (any post basic specialty for male candidates only)

4. Provincial Nursing Board examination with minimum second division. (If overseas, evidence of
National Nursing registration / licensure examination)

5. Current RN and RM (any Post Basic Specialty for male in lieu of midwifery) Licensure of
Pakistan Nursing Council or equivalent agency/authority (as applicable).
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 6. Mark sheet of mandatory courses of English, Pakistan Studies, and Islamic Studies / Ethics and
Religion at BA/BSc level

7. No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Institution where RN/RM has been completed.

8. Domicile (Compulsory).

Two letters of recommendation / references on a prescribed format available at

9. www.aku.edu/admissions/post-rnbscn/ www.aku.edu/admissions/post-rmbscm to be sent in sealed
envelopes or emailed directly by your referee to [email protected] if you have been shortlisted
for interviews (One referee must be your immediate supervisor and the other must be professionals,
preferably a member of faculty who has taught you. The letters should be current. Letters submitted for
another application are not accepted. .

CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) SPECIFICATION FOR POST-RN BSCN & POST-RM BSCM
PROGRAMME:

Your CV must include the following:

• Qualifications with grades/percentage and passing year
• Work experiences with job responsibilities and duration
• Other Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses
• List of publications (if any)
• Other additional information to support your application

PHOTOGRAPH SPECIFICATION
Your photograph is a vital part of your application. Please follow these Sample of
instructions carefully. Photograph
▪ Passport size coloured photograph with a plain background; taken
within the last 1 week to reflect your current appearance.
▪ File size and format: 2 MB and JPEG format.
▪ The photo should show a clear front view, full face of the person.

If your photograph does not reflect your current appearance, the

University will not allow you to write the Admission Test.

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 APPLICATION FEE (AS APPLICABLE)
Candidate applying from AKU residential countries*: Rs. 7,000
Candidate Applying from AKU non-residential countries: US $ 150
*Afghanistan, Burundi, Kenya, Pakistan, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda
____________________________________________________________________________________

MODE OF PAYMENT
Candidates may pay the application fee through any of the following modes. When the fee is paid,
please upload the receipt on the online admission portal to complete the application.
FEE VOUCHER (FOR PAKISTANI CURRENCY ONLY)
Please follow these steps to pay the application fee through fee voucher:

1. On the application home page, please click on “Application Fee Information”

2. For payment options, select “Fee Voucher”
3. Click “Yes” to generate the voucher (make sure that your pop ups aren’t blocked)
4. Take the printed voucher to any branch of Habib Bank Ltd (HBL) and pay the fee. (Please do
not transfer online)
5. Upload the paid voucher by clicking the “Upload Button” on the proof of payment section.

ONLINE PAYMENT THROUGH DEBIT/CREDIT CARD (PAKISTANI & US$ CURRENCY)

Follow these steps to pay application fee online through a debit / credit card:

1. On the application home page, please click on “Application Fee Information”

2. For payment options, select “Online Payment” and click yes (make sure that your pop ups
aren’t blocked)
3. Complete your payment details on online web portal: https://payonline.aku.edu/
4. Upload the payment acknowledgement email or screenshot by clicking the “Upload Button”
on the proof of payment section.

In case you are unable to receive the payment acknowledgement, please notify the Finance
Office by emailing your query along with tracking Id, name, and programme name at
[email protected]

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FEES AND FUNDING

Admissions to all the academic programmes at Aga Khan University are based on merit and are needs
blind, i.e., without considering the financial background of the student.

Upon acceptance into an academic programme, a student who is unable to pay for the cost of
education at the University, may apply for financial assistance.

The financial information including student’s fee-paying status, fee structure for the 2024-2025
session, and financial assistance is available on: www.aku.edu/admissions/fees-and-funding

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
The University will offer sponsorships to students joining the BScN and Post RN BScN programme.
These are awarded based on merit and at the discretion of the University. The eligibility criteria and
other requirements are decided by the relevant University Committee. There is no separate application
form to apply. The University’s decision is final. Details will be made available with the admission
offer letter.

ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation for undergraduate outstation students is arranged in hostels managed by the
University. These hostels provide single and shared, furnished accommodation. Hostel space is only
available for students who do not have residential accommodation in Karachi.

A fee is charged for all accommodation. Accommodation charges for the 2024-2025 session is
available online along with the fee structure. Meals may be purchased separately from the
University's cafeteria. All students living in the hostels are expected to conform to rules and
regulations. Residence is conditional upon proper use and care of the property, considerate behaviour
and periodic reappraisal of the student's need for such accommodation.

CONTESTED DECISIONS
In all matters pertaining to the selection of students, fees, grants, evaluation of scholastic performance,
discipline and student affairs, the decision of the University shall be final. Appeals in matters of student
selection will be considered within 15 days of the announcement of the new class only if the appeal
cites circumstances suggesting that the University has violated provisions of its Charter or that there
has been failure to comply with the admissions procedure as described in this document.

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 KEY DATES FOR 2024-2025 ADMISSIONS
Post-RN BScN & Post-RM BScM (Two year programme)

January 14 – March 14, 2024 Admission Open: Apply online via www.aku.edu/apply-online

Test Centres
AKU Admission
Sunday, May 12, 2024 Karachi, Rawalpindi, Gilgit, Chitral
Test* -Pakistan

BScN (Four year programme)

March 17 – May 16, 2024 Admissions will open in March 2024

Test Centres

AKU Admission Chitral, Faisalabad, Gilgit, Hyderabad, Karachi,

Test* -Pakistan Lahore, Multan, Peshawar, Quetta, Rawalpindi
and Sukkur
Saturday, July 20, 2024
Chicago, Dar es Salam, Dubai, Edmonton,
AKU Admission Houston, Iran, Kabul, Kampala, Khorog,
Test* - Overseas London, Nairobi, Riyadh, Syria, Toronto
(Additional overseas centres will be confirmed if there are at
least 10 candidates to write the test)

*Please note: Timings and address for the venue will be stated on the admit card. In case of a change,
candidates will be notified through email.

Last date to submit:

September 30 Attested copy of Pakistani HSSC / High School or equivalent
examination results

September / October Interviews

Upon Selection If applicable, submission of IBCC equivalence certificate copy.

End of January 2025 Commencement of Classes

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DISCLAIMER
This booklet contains information about the undergraduate programmes offered by the School of
Nursing and Midwifery at Aga Khan University, Pakistan for the academic year 2024-2025. The
information provided is subject to change and without written notice. Candidates aiming to apply for
programmes in any other academic year are responsible for requesting updated information about
minimum eligibility requirement, application and admission process by emailing
[email protected]

THE AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY

Stadium Road, Karachi 74800, Pakistan
Tel: (92) 21 3486 5406/5140
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.aku.edu/sonampk
Facebook: @AKUSONAMPK

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