Pre-Nursing General Studies
Save Lives and Change the World with Your Nursing Degree in Oklahoma
Nursing is a high-demand field with limitless career options. Through MACU's exciting new partnership with Oklahoma City University, you can begin your BSN at MACU and transfer to OCU's acclaimed Kramer School of Nursing. Your education will prepare you to work as a nursing professional in hospitals, doctor's offices, the military, and with non-profit organizations all around the world.
There are more opportunities now than ever before due to the ongoing shortage of Registered Nurses. This need has become even more apparent in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. You can take your first steps into the nursing profession by beginning your Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree at MACU with our pre-nursing courses. After transferring into the Kramer School of Nursing at OCU, you can receive eligibility for Registered Nurse (RN) licensure. If you already have an RN license, it can prepare you for further academic study and opportunities in the nursing field.
In our partnership with OCU, we are proud to offer flexibility and individualized attention to ensure you can meet your educational and professional goals on a schedule that suits your busy life. Courses are offered on-ground or 100% online at your convenience throughout the year.
Careers Opportunities for Nursing
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- Public Health Nurse
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Courses
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| BIOL1214 | Biology I (majors) |
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Biology I is a course for biology majors. It is a systematic study of biological principles beginning at the molecular level and advancing to the cellular level. The concepts covered include prokaryote and eukaryote cell form and function, cell membrane transport, cell metabolism, cell energetics, protein synthesis, and genetics. Laboratory is a required and integral component introducing students to the scientific method, experimentation and analytical evaluation. Offered every fall semester. *
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| BIOL1314 | Biology II (major) |
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Biology II is the continuation of Biology I and is a course for biology majors. It is a systematic study of biological principles progressing to the ecological realm. The concepts covered include plant and animal form and function, taxonomy, evolution, biodiversity, and ecology. Laboratory is a required and integral component introducing students to research methods, dissection and analytical evaluation. Prerequisite - C or better in BIOL 1214 Biology I, or instructor approval. Offered every spring semester.
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| BIOL2314 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
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Human API is for students planning to major in nursing or other health professions. It is a comprehensive study of the structures and functions of cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the human body. The systems covered include integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous. Laboratory is a required and integral component introducing students to dissection and analytical evaluation. Prerequisites - C or better BIOL 1214 Biology I, BIOL 1314 Biology II, or instructor approval. Offered every fall semester. *
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| BIOL2324 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
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Human APII is for students planning to major in nursing or other health professions. It is a comprehensive study of the structures and functions of cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the human body. The systems covered include cardiovascular, lymphatic, endocrine, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. Laboratory is a required and integral component introducing students to dissection and analytical evaluation. Prerequisite - C or better in BIOL 2314 Human Anatomy and Physiology I or instructor approval. Offered every spring semester.
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| BIOL3114 | Human Anatomy |
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Human Anatomy is a course designed for students interested in the medical field. It is a comprehensive study of both microscopic and gross anatomical structures of the human body. Laboratory is a required and integral component introducing students to dissection, emphasizing human form and function and analytical evaluation. Prerequisites - C or better BIOL 1214 Biology I, BIOL 1314 Biology II, or instructor approval.
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| BIOL3214 | Human Physiology |
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Human Physiology is a systematic study introducing students to human body functions. The concepts covered include homeostatic regulation, cell interactions, enzymes, and hormonal influence of systems within the human body. Laboratory is a required and integral component introducing students to physiological experimentation and analytical evaluation. Prerequisites - C or better in BIOL 1214 Biology I, BIOL 1314 Biology II, CHEM 1105 Chemistry I, or instructor approval.
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| BIOL3305 | Microbiology |
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Microbiology is a course for biology majors. It is a comprehensive study of microorganism form, physiology, reproduction, genetics and diversity. Laboratory is a required and integral component introducing students to microbiology laboratory techniques and analytical evaluation. Prerequisite: C or better in BIOL 1214 Biology I, BIOL 1314 Biology II, CHEM 1105 Chemistry I, or instructor approval.
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| CHEM1105 | Chemistry I |
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Chemistry I is required course for biology and chemistry majors. It is a systematic study of atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding properties, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, and conservation of mass. Laboratory is a required and integral component to learning scientific experimentation safety protocol and proper reporting of results. Prerequisites - ACT Math 22 or above, MATH 1103 College Algebra, or instructor approval.
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| PSYC1103 | Introduction to Psychology |
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An Introductory course designed to acquaint the student with a broad view of the field of psychology. It should introduce the student to the major concepts of the field including its history and development. Attention will be given to concepts such as learning, motivation, personality, stress, consciousness, intelligence and reasoning, as well as cognitive, social, moral and psychological development. Offered every semester.
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