Entry Programme

Health & Social Care - Return to Study

UK students only

Attendance

Location

Start

Duration

6 Weeks

Start

November 2023

Delivery

Distance Learning

Are you over 21 and interested in a career in nursing, but lack the Level 3 formal qualifications to apply for a nursing degree?

A career in nursing or health care is very rewarding. We are passionate about making sure education is accessible for everyone and want to help you reach your goals.

We know the thought of studying at university can be daunting, especially if it's been a while since you last studied. Or perhaps you studied recently but don’t have the standard course entry requirements? This course will refresh your learning skills and build your self-confidence.

If you need support to put in an application for degree study, this programme will help you develop the knowledge and skills. We will break down the barriers and introduce you to:

Academic writing
Research skills
Presentation skills

This programme is for those over 21 with work experience in health care. You may not currently have the entry qualifications but you will show the qualities and skills required.

Our part time Return to Study Entry Programme runs over six-weeks. You'll get a taster of university study through a combination of online sessions as well as self-guided study. Sessions run on Wednesdays 6.00pm - 8.00pm and Saturdays 10.00am - 2.00pm via online delivery.

During the course you will be able to apply to study one of the different nursing pathways at UCLan across all three UK campuses. Depending on your start date, these courses will include:

You may also wish to apply for the Health and Social Care Foundation Entry year. Or, alternatively you may consider our FdA Health and Social Care.

Why study with us

A number of free programmes are available, each specifically aimed at supporting applicants access the different Nursing pathways at UCLan.
Over the course of six weeks, you will be supported and assessed against the entry requirements and be eligible to apply for Year 0 or Year 1 of a degree.
This programme provides a taster of nursing degrees and introduces the study skills required for success.

Interested?

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What you'll do

You'll get introduced to key concepts important to the theory and practice of Nursing and Health and Social Care.
You'll develop the academic, literacy, and numeracy skills required for future study. This could lead to a career in the health and care, and nursing professions.
Develop and enhance your confidence, self-awareness, and interpersonal skills. Gain insight into what it would be like to study an undergraduate degree.

Which nursing pathway should you choose?

You can choose to apply for different nursing pathways depending on the date you start your Return to Study Entry programme.

This supports applicants who wish to enter any of the nursing pathways starting in either April or September: BSc (Hons)

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Future careers

If you are successful in gaining a place onto one of our nursing degrees, you will be on the path to a successful career as a nurse.

According to the NHS, a nursing degree makes you highly employable. 94% of graduates getting a job within 3 months of finishing their course.

Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements. Applicants get assessed on their personal statement. Personal statements must get submitted as part of the application for consideration.

Our guide to completing a personal statement for adults can be found below.

When we review your application, we will consider:

Your educational achievements
Work experience
Personal statement

Unsure if you are eligible? Contact our friendly Course Enquiries Team to talk through your options.

For those wishing to apply for Nursing or Health and Social Care, acceptance to the degree course is subject to enhanced DBS and Occupational Health clearance.

Personal statement advice

If you need help creating your personal statement our team can help. Make your application stand out from the crowd.

Read our advice

Download our practical guide

Fees and funding

This programme is free of charge.

We recommend you consider the cost of continuing onto a full-time degree if you have existing financial commitments. You'll need to consider the different modes of study, support, and financial options available.

Learning and assessment

How is the course taught?

The course is virtual means which means that activity will be online. This can include lectures, discussions, and practical activity.

You have support in accessing these activities and developing the skills required for teaching and learning methods used in professional education.

Sessions will take place on Wednesdays 6-8pm and Saturdays 10am-2pm through online delivery.

How are learners assessed?

Completion of the course is based on

90% Attendance Taught Sessions
Completion of 5 Study Skills sessions (self-guided)
Academic recommendation for progression

User-friendly surveys, questions & checks will take place in the self-guided learning elements to check understanding.

You'll have in-session feedback on the development of your knowledge and skill. You'll also have online practice papers for a numeracy test. This is for those applying for nursing degrees to complete as well as a written personal reflection and action plan in preparation for application to our Pre-registration Nursing programmes.

Pathways

The January course supports applicants who wish to enter our March or September Nursing courses.

Successful progression from the November and March Return to Study courses allows only for progression onto the BSc (Hons) Nursing with Registered Nurse (Adult) Practice-Based Pathway – delivered in partnership with Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust at Preston College.

The July course allows only for progression to the Nursing degrees delivered at our Preston Campus.

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RTS start date	Nursing pathway choice
January	This supports applicants who wish to enter any of the nursing pathways starting in either March or September: BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Children and Young People) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Learning Disabilities)
March	Successful completion of the March or November course allows for application to: BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) - Practice Based Pathway
July	This course allows only for progression to the nursing degrees delivered at our Preston Campus: BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Learning Disabilities) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Children & Young People)
November	Successful completion of the March or November course allows for application to: BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) - Practice Based Pathway

You may also be interested in applying to our Health and Social Care courses:

Entry to these courses will be dependent on successful application, interviews and other entry requirements. Please note there is no guarantee of progression onto these programmes.

Acceptance on to the degree course is subject to enhanced DBS and Occupational Health clearance.

From September 2020, new annual payments will be available of at least £5000 per annum for all eligible nursing and other health degrees through the NHS Learning Support Fund.