Nursing Studies BNurs (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 25 graduates of Nursing Studies BNurs (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Adult Nursing.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Nursing and Midwifery
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Adult Nursing at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26000 | £25000 | £29500 |
25-75 percentile range | £26000 - £27000 | £21000 - £27500 | £22000 - £32500 |
All Nursing and Midwifery courses of The University of Edinburgh
Salary of all UK Graduates of Nursing and Midwifery
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25081 | £25438 | £27931 |
25-75 percentile range | £25006 - £26600 | £19412 - £29648 | £20644 - £33341 |
All Nursing and Midwifery courses in the UK
Course Description
The Bachelor of Nursing (BN) with honours programme reflects global, UK and Scottish perspectives of healthcare. The transfer between health environments and the acute primary care interface is key to understanding the health needs of different populations.
Throughout this programme, you will be introduced to a range of inpatient and community placements and other health-related learning experiences.
Nursing and Midwifery Council education standards
This programme adheres to the new Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) education standards. These standards are designed to embrace the range of nursing practice. This will help prepare you for the dynamic healthcare environment of the 2020s and beyond.
The Bachelor of Nursing with honours degree prepares you for the evolving healthcare landscape. You will gain key skills in:
- critical thinking
- teamwork and leadership
- the ability to innovate and work in interdisciplinary settings
- clinical skills and proficiency across the required range
Upon graduation, you will be eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as an adult nurse.
Curriculum
The programme combines theoretical and skills learning within the University (50%) with practice learning experiences (50%). The equal weighting of theory and practice is a defining feature of this degree structure and is required by the NMC.
There are three strands of the curriculum which lead you from Year 1 to Year 4, building on previous learning as part of a spiral curriculum.
In Year 1, you will study:
- life sciences
- research skills
- social sciences
Then, these areas build in complexity and depth into Year 2 and later in the programme.
The honours option courses in Years 3 and 4 allow you to personalise the programme. You can follow your particular interests in different care contexts, approaches or conditions.
You will develop clinical skills working in the clinical skills laboratory, in nurse-led groups and in a programme of inter-professional learning with medical students.
Practice learning is integral to the programme and you will learn in a range of practice settings including:
- community
- care homes
- acute hospital and specialist services
Student support
Student support at the University of Edinburgh is excellent and includes:
- a personal tutor system
- a University wide student support infrastructure
- accessible academic staff
- personalised support in the practice learning environment
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Nursing Studies BNurs (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh
95% | Natural and social science professionals |
5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Some prior experience of working with people is advisable. Detailed entry requirements, including typical offer levels, and information about other qualifications we accept, are available on the University of Edinburgh’s website. You’ll also find important information on how to apply. You must submit a fully completed UCAS application that includes details of the qualifications you are taking, including full predicted grades for qualifications not yet completed, your personal statement and your reference.
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Total 70 with at least 7.0 in each component. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 100 | Total 100 with at least 25 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
Cambridge English Advanced | Total 185 with at least 185 in each component |
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Cambridge English Proficiency | Total 185 with at least 185 in each component |
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Trinity ISE | ISE III with passes in all four components |
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PTE Academic | 70 | Total 70 with at least 70 in each component |
Costs
Tuition Fees Nursing Studies BNurs (Hons)
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
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Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £34800 | year 1 |
International | £34800 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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