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UndergraduateCourse summary
Why choose this course? Our Adult Nursing degree is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to pursue a rewarding profession in the healthcare field as a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registered adult nurse. You will: Study a degree that is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Gain hands-on experience in a lifelike environment utilising our state-of-the art healthcare facilities such as our modern healthcare simulation centre, which is equipped with a purpose-build inspection room and advanced audio/visual technologies that enables your work to be monitored by trained professionals. *This course is part of a subject area ranked 1st in the UK for Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide, 2025. Key Course Features: Study split 50/50 between theory and clinical practice to ensure that you have both academic knowledge and hands-on experience. You will have access to a variety of work placements offered by the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) throughout your degree to develop your knowledge, skills, practical experience, and employability. Whilst working in the clinical environment, our experienced practice educators, academic assessors, practice supervisors, and practice assessors will offer you personalised support and guidance, contributing to your professional growth in the nursing field.
Modules
This programme has three core modules in each year of the programme. We use a variety of teaching and learning methods to deliver the course. For example, we use interactive lectures, online forums, case studies and simulation. YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4) In year one, you will focus on the fundamental care skills required to practice as a caring, kind, compassionate professional who values and respects the individual needs of the patient, family and carers. MODULES Fundamentals of Practice Managing Vulnerability in Society Foundations of Health and Wellbeing YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5) In year two, you will focus on the provision of evidence-based, compassionate and safe care for acute and chronically ill patients. The focus will be upon the delivery of person-centred care and the promotion of healthy behaviours. MODULES Developing the evidence-based practitioner Meeting the needs of patients & families in acute and chronic illness Promoting Healthy Behaviours YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6) In year three, you will focus on coordinating and managing change, enhancing people’s health outcomes and personal and professional development to prepare you for becoming a registered nurse. MODULES Innovations in Practice Holistic Co-ordination of Complex Care Leading & Managing Nursing Care The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Assessment method
Teaching & Assessment Satisfactory completion of the following: You need to achieve a minimum of 2300 hours theoretical and 2300 clinical practice to become a registered nurse with the NMC. A portfolio of proficiency outcomes. A range of theoretical assessments are used in each year of the programme. These include: essays, presentations, case studies, drug calculation and anatomy and physiology exam. Academic tutorial support including disability support are available with every module. TEACHING AND LEARNING Wrexham University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential. We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.
How to apply
This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.
14Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you require a Student Visa (formerly referred to as Tier 4 visa) to study in the UK, please apply through Centurus at https://centurusone.com/apply/1111. Please note if you do require a student visa and you do not proceed to submit your application via the correct application portal, we cannot guarantee that an application via UCAS will be processed.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 112 points
A level - CCC - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 45 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher - CDDDDD
AS
Scottish Advanced Higher - DDD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Wrexham University takes into account a variety of qualifications and experience when considering applications to our programmes. If you are unsure if the qualifications you currently hold will be accepted for entry, or if you're not sure you'll achieve the required UCAS Tariff points, please contact us at [email protected] for further advice and guidance.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Wrexham University
Plas Coch
Mold Road
Wrexham
LL11 2AW