Historical Timeline
The School of Nursing was established in 1968 with the introduction of a 3-year Associate Program in Nursing. In 1975, the School of Nursing was officially created, marking a significant milestone in its development. The Master's Program in Nursing was launched in 1991, followed by the formation of the College of Nursing in 1999. In 2001, the Doctoral Program in Nursing was introduced to further advance academic and professional training. Beginning in 2007, both the Master's and Doctoral Programs were integrated into the School of Nursing, enhancing the overall cohesion and academic excellence of the institution.
A glimpse of the course of the School's development is as follows.
- 08/1968 3-year Associate Program
- 08/1975 School of Nursing (4 years)
- 08/1990 Post-RN Baccalaureate Program (3 years)
- 08/1991 Master's Program in Nursing
- 08/1993 Night School of Nursing, B.S. Program (5 years)
- 08/1994 Night School of Nursing, B.S. Program (3 years)
- 08/1997 Transforming the Night School of 5-year BS Program to 3-year Post-RN BS Program
- 01/2000 Promoting the School of Nursing to College of Nursing
- 08/2001 Doctoral Program in Nursing
- 08/2005 Closing Down the 3-year Post-RN BS Program
- 08/2007 Integrating Both Master's and Doctoral Programs into the School of Nursing
- 08/2014 Master Program in Nursing for international students
- 08/2017 Doctoral Program in Nursing for international students
- 08/2020 Recruitment of international students in Master’s program suspended
Facts & Statistics Updated September 2024
The School of Nursing currently has 30 faculty members, including 8 professors, 6 associate professors, 14 assistant professors, and 2 lecturers. The undergraduate program has 280 students enrolled, and a total of 5,075 alumni have graduated from the program.
In the Master's Program in Nursing, there are 82 students enrolled, including 5 international students, with 481 graduates to date. The Doctoral Program in Nursing has 57 students enrolled, including 8 international students, with 72 students having successfully completed their degrees.
🌟Unique Features of the School of Nursing🌟
🎓 Comprehensive Academic Programs for Professional Nursing Education
Offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs to provide diverse learning pathways and establish a strong foundation in professional nursing care.
🚀 Innovative Teaching Methods – Leading in University-wide Teaching Evaluations
Integrating PBL (Problem-Based Learning), TBL (Team-Based Learning), OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination), and Immersive Teaching to enhance learning outcomes and clinical integration.🏥 Emphasizing Both Clinical and Academic Excellence
Collaborating with affiliated hospitals through joint faculty appointments, combining academic and clinical resources to ensure students develop both practical and research skills.📚 Curriculum Aligned with Modern Trends: Precision and Smart Healthcare
Incorporating smart healthcare, AI technology, precision health, and design thinking to prepare students for the future of nursing.🔬 Advancing Teaching and Research for Continuous Learning Enhancement
Implementing feedback mechanisms and educational innovations to align course design with student needs and clinical trends.🔍 Nurturing Nurse Scientists – Encouraging Student Research Engagement
Providing ample research resources and supporting students in participating in undergraduate research projects to enhance their scientific and critical thinking abilities.❤️Commitment to Social Responsibility – Deepening Community Engagement
Actively involved in Long-term Care 2.0, rural healthcare, and intergenerational learning, fulfilling university social responsibility (USR) by giving back to society.🤖 Integrating Smart Nursing and Holistic Care to Cultivate Future Talent
Promoting smart technology applications and personalized care to develop forward-thinking nursing professionals.🌍 Global Academic Exchange – Connecting with the World
Partnering with prestigious institutions in the United States, Australia, Japan, Thailand, Hong Kong, and more, offering exchange programs and overseas internships to broaden students’ international perspectives.
🏅 World-Class Faculty for Excellence in Nursing Education
Comprising global leaders, research experts, and award-winning educators, providing professional guidance to nurture outstanding nursing professionals.
🌍 The Department of Nursing integrates innovation, research, and practice to cultivate globally competitive nursing professionals!