Historical Background
The College of Nursing at Catholic University in Erbil (CUE) was founded in 2022 as part of the university’s strategic commitment to addressing the evolving healthcare challenges of the region. Its establishment aligns with CUE’s broader vision of strengthening the healthcare sector through the development of a well-trained, ethical, and competent nursing workforce. The college serves as a center for academic excellence and professional preparation, ensuring that graduates are equipped with the necessary competencies to provide high-quality patient care and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of medical sciences.
Since the commencement of its academic operations in the 2023–2024 academic year, the college has grown steadily, beginning with an initial cohort of seven students and expanding to a current enrollment of 18 students across the first and second academic stages. Despite its recent establishment, the institution is steadfast in its commitment to delivering rigorous education, clinical training, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Mission
The College of Nursing is dedicated to shaping compassionate, skilled, and ethical nursing professionals who possess the knowledge to address the evolving healthcare needs of Kurdistan and Iraq, through sisterhood partnerships with esteemed clinical and educational institutions. Rooted in academic excellence, evidence-based practice, and interprofessional collaboration, the College fosters an inclusive environment that honors cultural diversity and equitable healthcare practices.
Vision
The College of Nursing aspires to be a national leader in nursing education and research, setting world-class standards in Kurdistan and Iraq, fostering innovation, creativity, and diversity. We aspire to foster academic exchange and collaborative scientific activities through strategic partnerships with international entities.
Program Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and clinical skills in providing safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered nursing care across the lifespan in diverse healthcare settings.
- Design, implement, and evaluate health care plans and community-based interventions that promote wellness, prevent illness, and address public health challenges, particularly in emergency and resource-limited settings.
- Effectively communicate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams using appropriate technological formats, ensuring clarity, compassion, and cultural sensitivity in the diverse community.
- Apply ethical reasoning and professional standards in decision-making and practice, demonstrating accountability, respect for human dignity, and adherence to national and international legal frameworks.
- Demonstrate leadership skills and critical thinking to actively engage in scientific inquiry, research, and evidence-based practices, contributing to healthcare improvement and sustaining lifelong professional and academic development.
Student Learning Opportunities
At the Catholic University in Erbil (CUE), nursing students benefit from a wide range of enriching experiences that go beyond the classroom. Through school health seminars and community outreach, they actively promote health awareness. Visits to other universities, laboratories, and skill labs foster interprofessional learning and broaden their academic perspective.
Students participate in national and global health events such as International Nursing Day and World Diabetes Day, encouraging civic engagement and global responsibility. Clinical training at Maryamana Hospital provides essential hands-on experience, while visits to imaging centers, endoscopy units, private clinics, and hospital laboratories deepen their understanding of diagnostics and patient care.
To support personal and academic growth, students are encouraged to join language courses, bootcamps, seminars, and interdisciplinary workshops that enhance communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. Involvement in campus life through the Students’ Life Office (SLO), including sports, leadership training, and social events, contributes to their holistic development.
These diverse learning opportunities align with CUE’s mission and values, preparing students to become competent, ethical, and community-focused nursing professionals equipped to meet today’s healthcare challenges.
Curricula
| First Term | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No. | M Code | Module Title | ECTS |
| 1 | NS1101 | Introduction to nursing | 3.00 |
| 2 | NS1102 | Fundamentals of Nursing I | 8.00 |
| 3 | NS1103 | Anatomy | 5.00 |
| 4 | IR1105 | Kurdish Language Kurdology | 4.00 |
| 5 | NIT1106 | Computer Skills | 5.00 |
| 6 | EN1106 | General English | 5.00 |
| Total: 30.00 | |||
| Second Term | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No. | M Code | Module Title | ECTS |
| 1 | NS1201 | Fundamentals of nursing II | 8.00 |
| 2 | NS1202 | Physiology | 5.00 |
| 3 | NS1203 | Biochemistry | 5.00 |
| 4 | NS1204 | English for nursing | 3.00 |
| 5 | NS1205 | Academic debate | 4.00 |
| 6 | NS1206 | Communication skills | 5.00 |
| Total: 30.00 | |||
| First Term | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No. | M Code | Module Title | ECTS |
| 1 | NS2301 | Adult nursing I | 7.00 |
| 2 | NS2302 | Nutrition | 3.00 |
| 3 | NS2303 | Health assessment | 6.00 |
| 4 | NS2304 | Microbiology & Immunology for Nursing | 6.00 |
| 5 | NS2305 | Pharmacology for Nursing I | 3.00 |
| 6 | NS2306 | English Communication | 5.00 |
| Total: 30.00 | |||
| Second Term | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No. | M Code | Module Title | ECTS |
| 1 | NS2401 | Adult nursing II | 7.00 |
| 2 | NS2402 | Growth & Development | 5.00 |
| 3 | NS2403 | Pathophysiology | 5.00 |
| 4 | NS2404 | Professional perspective & ethical issues | 5.00 |
| 5 | NS2405 | Pharmacology for Nursing II | 3.00 |
| 6 | NS2406 | Professional English Writing | 5.00 |
| Total: 30.00 | |||
| First Term | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No. | M Code | Module Title | ECTS |
| 1 | NS3501 | Maternal and neonatal health | 7.00 |
| 2 | NS3502 | Introduction to Public Health | 5.00 |
| 3 | NS3503 | Sociology of nursing | 4.00 |
| 4 | NS3504 | Biostatistics | 5.00 |
| 5 | NS3505 | Geriatric Nursing | 5.00 |
| 6 | NS2406 | Elective | 4.00 |
| Total: 30.00 | |||
| Second Term | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No. | M Code | Module Title | ECTS |
| 1 | NS3601 | Infant, child adolescent nursing care | 9.00 |
| 2 | NS3602 | Basic emergency life support | 7.00 |
| 3 | NS3603 | Basic research methods | 5.00 |
| 4 | NS3604 | Psychology | 5.00 |
| 5 | NS3605 | Elective | 4.00 |
| Total: 30.00 | |||
| First Term | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No. | M Code | Module Title | ECTS |
| 1 | NS4701 | Family and community health nursing | 7.00 |
| 2 | NS4702 | Critical care nursing | 8.00 |
| 3 | NS4703 | Epidemiology | 6.00 |
| 4 | NS4704 | Project Management | 5.00 |
| 5 | NS4705 | Elective | 4.00 |
| Total: 30.00 | |||
| Second Term | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No. | M Code | Module Title | ECTS |
| 1 | NS4801 | Mental and psychiatric health nursing | 8.00 |
| 2 | NS4802 | Consolidation of nursing practice | 7.00 |
| 3 | NS4803 | Nursing leadership and management | 5.00 |
| 4 | NS4804 | Research project | 10.00 |
| Total: 30.00 | |||
Class Schedule
Access the official weekly timetable for the College of Nursing at CUE. Please download the PDF below to view detailed information about courses, lecture halls, and session timings.
