Adult nursing is one of several specialist routes available in our BSc (Honours) Nursing.
If you want to become a registered nurse within this field, and are already working in a healthcare role, this unique practice-based qualification is for you. You'll be able to stay in work while you study – provided you have the support of your employer and suitable practice can be agreed.
In addition to Adult nursing, your study will include a number of additional nursing specialisms, including Children and Young People, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health. Successful completion of your degree through this route will result in your eligibility to apply for registration as a qualified nurse within Adult nursing.
**Key features of the course**
- Delivers a balance of theory and practice through practice-based and distance learning
- Develops effective evidence-based nursing practice and underpinning knowledge in an inter-professional and interdisciplinary environment
- Confers eligibility to enter the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) professional register on successful attainment of the degree
- Allows you to continue to work part time for your employer whilst studying to become a nurse.
Course Details - Modules
This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits.
Throughout the compulsory modules you'll have opportunity to advance your core learning across all four fields of practice – Adult, Children and Young People, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health – and examine learning from your field of practice.
For Stage 1 you'll study two 60-credit modules; one practice-focused and one that builds your theoretical knowledge of nursing.
At Stage 2 you’ll study a second practice-based nursing module alongside a second theory module.
Finally, at Stage 3, you’ll study a third module developing your nursing theory, and a final practice-based module where you will choose your specialist field of Adult nursing.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
Deadline are not listed for this Course. 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
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Institution code:
O11
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
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