16Jun
UndergraduateCourse summary
The Bachelor of Nursing (BN) with Honours programme reflects global, UK and Scottish perspectives of health care. The transfer between health environments and the acute primary care interface is key to understanding the health needs of different populations. Throughout the four years of the programme, you will be introduced to a range of inpatient and community placements and other health-related learning experiences. Nursing and Midwifery Council education standards This programme adheres to the new Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) education standards. These standards are designed to embrace the range of nursing practice. This will help prepare you for life at the forefront of the dynamic healthcare environment of the 2020s and beyond. The Bachelor of Nursing with Honours degree prepares nurses for the evolving healthcare landscape. Gain key skills in:
- critical thinking
- teamwork and leadership
- an ability to innovate and work in interdisciplinary settings
- clinical skills and proficiency across the required range
- a Personal Tutor system
- a University wide student support infrastructure
- accessible academic staff
- personalised support in the practice learning environment
How to apply
You can no longer submit a new application for courses starting in 2022.
If you already have a 2022 application and are in Clearing, you can add this course as a Clearing choice – contact the university or college first to check they have places.
26Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B700
- Institution code:
- E56
- Campus name:
- Central area campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
Detailed entry requirements, including typical offer levels, and information about other qualifications we accept, are available on the University of Edinburgh’s website. You’ll also find important information on how to apply. You must submit a fully completed UCAS application that includes details of the qualifications you are taking, including full predicted grades for qualifications not yet completed, your personal statement and your reference.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/undergraduate/2022/degrees/index.php?action=programme&code=B700
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Please click the following link to find out more about minimum qualification requirements for this course
https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/undergraduate/2022/degrees/index.php?action=programme&code=B700
Additional entry requirements
Health checks
All students must undergo hepatitis B immunisation and TB status health check before starting the degree. There is fitness to practice guidance for people who wish to become nurses, we strongly advise you to make yourself aware of this before you apply. Please consult the Higher Educational Occupational Physicians/Practitioners (HEOPS) website for fitness to practice guidelines for this degree.
Interview
Admission to this degree includes an interview process. Further details on the process will be sent to candidates shortlisted for interview.
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Other
Some prior experience of working with people is advisable.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | 7.0 overall with 7.0 in each component. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 100 | 100 or above with 25 in each section (including Special Home Edition). We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 185 overall with 185 in each component. | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 185 overall with 185 in each component. | |
| Trinity ISE | ISE III with a pass in all four components. |
You must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies, regardless of your nationality or country of residence.For SQA, GCSE and IB students, unless a higher level is specified in the stated entry requirements, a pass is required in English at the following grades or higher: SQA National 5 at C; SQA Standard Grade at 3; SQA Intermediate 1 at A; SQA Intermediate 2 at C; GCSE/IGSCE at C or 4; Level 2 Certificate Grade C or IB Standard Level at 5 (English ab initio is not accepted for entry). We also accept a wider range of international qualifications and tests. English language qualifications must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of the degree you are applying to study, unless you are using IELTS, TOEFL, or Trinity ISE, in which case it must be no more than two years old.
Full details of our English language requirements can be found on our website:
https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/undergraduate/entry-requirements/english-language
Unistats information
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The student satisfaction data is from students surveyed during the Covid-19 pandemic. The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| EU | £30400 | Year 1 |
| International | £30400 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme.
Provider information
The University of Edinburgh
Student Recruitment and Admissions
33 Buccleuch Place
Edinburgh
EH8 9JS