Course summary
Join an award-winning community of student nurses in a school with over 30 years' experience in delivering nursing education. We have an excellent reputation for medical training and have been ranked 5th in the UK for nursing in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023. Fully accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Upon successful completion of the course, you'll be eligible to register as a newly qualified nurse with the NMC. Adult nursing pathway Our Nursing (Adult) BSc course will give you the skills and knowledge needed to care for adults with a range of needs, in many different settings, to give you flexibility in your future profession. Through expert teaching and supportive supervision, you'll learn to attend to adult patients' medical needs and care for their personal wellbeing. We nurture your creativity, critical judgement, and ability to lead as you develop your clinical skills. You'll be prepared for whatever challenges you might face as a practising nurse or healthcare leader. Study in an active healthcare environment We're based in a Medical School in one of the UK's largest major hospitals, Queen's Medical Centre. You'll have the chance to experience placements in a diverse range of settings, such as medical, surgical, acute care and community nursing. Placements are located within four large NHS trusts and local private or independent healthcare providers in Nottinghamshire.
Modules
Your first year will usually follow a 39-week university year, with no teaching on Wednesday afternoons or over the summer holiday. There is one placement towards the end of your first year, lasting four to six weeks. As well as having lectures and seminars, you'll develop your practical skills in a simulated clinical environment within our Medical School. Module topics will introduce you to professional nursing, biosciences and clinical learning. In year two your knowledge and skills in biological sciences, sociology, psychology and pharmacology will grow. You'll apply your learning to assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating how people are cared for. There are a variety of placements in year two, with resilience-based clinical supervision to support your development. In year three you will select one optional module. This will guide your career and expand your knowledge and skills. You will be able to express a preference for your final management placement - preparing you for your future career and/or giving you experience in a new area of nursing practice. For the most up-to-date module information, visit the course page on our website.
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through a variety of methods, including: clinical exams, coursework, exams, presentations, portfolio, work-based assessment and a dissertation.
How to apply
This course has limited vacancies, and is no longer accepting applications from some students. See the list below for where you normally live, to check if you’re eligible to apply.
EU
Wales
England
International
Scotland
Northern Ireland
Republic of Ireland
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:
- B740
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 21 credits M: 18 credits P: 6 credits
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DM
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher - BB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) - B
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - M2, M2, M2
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - Not accepted
We no longer accept Functional Skills qualifications in Maths and English in lieu of GSCEs. European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including Science 75%. Graduate 2.2 in a relevant subject. If in a non-relevant subject, science A level grade B or equivalent BTEC/Access is required. Please contact school for further information. Applications for point of entry 2 or higher not accepted.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
School will send further information when offer is made first choice.
Health checks
School will send further information when offer is made first choice.
Interview
Please see website for further details.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 7 | IELTS (Academic) is accepted with an overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking, and a minimum of 6.5 in writing. |
Student Outcomes
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
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £27200* | Year 1 |
EU | £27200* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
Bursaries of £5,000 will be available for students starting a nursing course from September 2020, with some students eligible for up to an additional £3,000 per year. For full details, please visit the NHS Health careers website.
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Clearing contact details
Applicant Enquiry FormClearing - Apply Online
0330 041 5590
Additional information
View course vacancies and apply online at www.nottingham.ac.uk/clearing. For Clearing entry requirements, please search the vacancy listings on our website from Friday 5 July 2024. Clearing entry requirements for your course may differ from the standard entry requirements. Visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/clearing for more information.
Course contact details
Visit our course pageUndergraduate admissions
+44 (0) 115 951 5559