Nursing is one of the most rewarding careers you can choose. As a nurse specialising in adult care, you'll deliver care to people who need immediate help and support in hospitals or community settings.
Why study with us
- Top
15in the UK for learning resourcesNational Student Survey (Adult Nursing) (compared with unis in the Guardian University Guide)
2023 - 1stin the North West for career prospectsGuardian University Guide (General Nursing)
2024 - 2ndin the North West for graduate prospectsTimes Good University Guide (Nursing)
2024
- As a UK student on this programme, you'll be eligible for a £5,000 NHS Learning Support Fund. This doesn’t have to be paid back after finishing your degree.
- The curriculum addresses National Benchmarks and is split between 50% theoretical study and 50% practical clinical experience.
- We've been awarded the highest independent quality assessment by the QAA. This is for the design, content and management of our curricula, student achievement and standards of teaching.
What you’ll do
- For clinical placement experiences, you’ll be allocated to one of several NHS Trusts within the Central Lancashire region as your base. From there, you'll gain experience in a range of placement areas.
- You’ll undertake practical work experience placements, as well as spend time developing practical skills in our clinical skills labs using clinical patient simulators (manikins) and simulation model trainers.
- Opportunities exist for an international experience by taking advantage of our extensive links in Europe and overseas. You can also take advantage of other voluntary international experiences in America, Oman, Tanzania and Finland.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Accreditations
Future careers
Want to pursue a career as a nurse? Discover the benefits, qualifications, and different routes you can take to become a nurse in the UK.
Our Nursing graduates go on to work in a variety of healthcare disciplines and settings and are in great demand.
Entry requirements
We will consider your educational achievements, predicted grades, work experience and personal statement. If you don't meet the grades for your chosen course, we will consider you for other programmes.
We know that many factors can influence the grades you achieve in school or college. If your life experience has affected your academic studies, we can take this into account. Use the UCAS Points Calculator below to check whether you are eligible.
Unsure if you meet our entry requirements? Contact our friendly Course Enquiries team to talk through your options.
Please note if your application is deemed unsuccessful subsequent applications submitted within the same UCAS cycle will not be considered.
- UCAS: 104 points at A2
- BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM
- BTEC Diploma: D*D
- Pass Access Course: 104 UCAS points
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104 points from Higher Level Subjects
- IELTS: 6.5 with no component lower than 6.5
- GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths
- and English or equivalent
- Applicants are required to be interviewed for the course
- A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) and Occupational Health clearance are required for this course.
This course will involve you working with vulnerable groups of individuals, this may include children. In order to ensure that the University offers places on their programmes to suitable candidates you will be required to obtain a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance (formerly termed CRB).
All offers of a place on this course are subject to satisfactory health screening. It is important to note that should your health screening not be satisfactory your offer of a place on this course may be withdrawn.
If you have already enrolled on the course prior to completion of your health screening, or if your health screening clearance is revoked or changes during the course, you may be required to withdraw from the course even if you have already started.
If you would like to discuss or seek advice in respect of the health screening requirements for this course, please contact the Course Enquiries Team.
Use our UCAS points calculator
Not got the grades?
Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.
Please note: If you have successfully undertaken the Nursing Associate programme you'll join the programme as a part-time student in Year 2 and a full-time student in Year 3.
Subject to places being available and passing the application process during an interview.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.
NHS Learning Support Fund
If you are thinking of studying for a health-related undergraduate or postgraduate degree, take a look at what financial support is available.
Find out more about NHS Learning Support FundCare Leaver Bursary
Our Care Leaver Bursary is for students who need extra support because they have been in care or are estranged from their parents.
Find out more about Care Leaver BursaryEstranged student support
Estranged Student Support Bursary is for students who need extra support because they are estranged from their parents.
Find out more about Estranged student supportDependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
Find out more about Dependants Bursary
This course is delivered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery
For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information
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