GCSE at grade 4 or above (or grade C or above for GCSEs taken before 2017) in English Language and Mathematics (Science also preferred) or equivalent qualification, e.g. Functional/Key skills Level 2 in numeracy and literacy; Level 2 Applied Science.
GCSE Science grade 4 or above (formerly A*-C) is not required from Access students undertaking a science or health-based access course.
Enhanced DBS check and Occupational Health Clearance. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview.
Non-native speakers who do not have the equivalent of GCSE English at grade 4 (formerly grade C) (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2 Literacy) require an IELTS score of 7.0 overall with 6.5 in writing and 7.0 in all other elements.
This course gives you the specialist knowledge and clinical skills needed to become a registered adult nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and make a positive difference to people's lives.
You'll learn in our award-winning simulation suite and experience a wide range of realistic environments, including hospital wards and community settings.
The course is taught by experts in A&E, ICU, neurology, cancer and palliative care, community nursing, health visiting and mental health. They will help guide you to practice your skills in a safe and supportive atmosphere.
You'll spend 50 per cent of your time on placement in hospitals, the community and in our skills and simulation labs, developing valuable hands-on skills. You'll work with patients, carers, clinical mentors and other healthcare professionals. Examples of placements are medical and surgical wards, oncology, ICU, A&E, coronary care,operating theatres, district nursing, health visiting, GP practice nursing and integrated community teams.
The NMC commended the range of student engagement activities available on this course. You can engage with volunteering, fundraising, sports, societies, research and staff/student events. You'll explore concepts of nursing through arts-based education including plays, literature, museum visits, art exhibitions and drama workshops.
Our 2020 curriculum is currently being revised in line with the new NMC standards.
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Your studies will include core learning relevant to all fields of nursing, and modules specific to Adult Nursing.
Year 1:
In Year 1, you will be introduced to the core sciences underpinning nursing practice and the context of nursing and healthcare. This provides you with the knowledge and skills to establish and build professional relationships within all fields of nursing. You will also acquire an understanding of the factors that affect the health and well-being of individuals in a changing and diverse society.
Year 2:
In Year 2, you will develop your understanding of the application of person-centred care, assessment, clinical reasoning and decision-making. You will examine holistic care across the life span and focus on acute and long term care within your chosen field.
Year 3:
You will be prepared for the transition to professional practice and employability. You will develop skills in management, leadership, team working and teaching and supporting learners. You will learn how to critically appraise evidence to support future practice and explore complexities of nursing and service provision across health and social care organisations.
Pre-sessional English course
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Type of course |
Time |
Entry Requirement |
Fees |
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Extended |
6 April – 4 September |
Your IELTS Academic* scores are no more than 2.0 below your academic programme's English language entry requirements overall and / or in one or more skills: reading, writing, listening and / or speaking. |
£8400 |
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Long |
18 May – 4 September |
Your IELTS Academic* scores are no more than 1.5 below your academic programme's English language entry requirements overall and / or in one or more skills: reading, writing, listening and / or speaking. |
£6420 |
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Medium |
22 June – 4 September (Summer)
28 September – 11 December (Autumn) |
Your IELTS Academic* scores are no more than 1.0 below your academic programme's English language entry requirements overall and/or in one or more skills: reading, writing, listening and / or speaking. |
£4440 |
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Short |
27 July – 4 September
2 November – 11 December |
Your IELTS Academic* scores are no more 0.5 below your academic programme's English language entry requirements overall and/or in one or more skills: reading, writing, listening and or speaking. |
£2400 |
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Please note: Students with IELTS Academic* scores of below 4.0 overall or in individual skills are not eligible for our courses. |
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Insurance_fee: £300(GBL)/year
