The University of Nottingham
Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons)
The University of Nottingham

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Join an award-winning community of student nurses in a school with over 30 years' experience in delivering nursing education. We have an excellent reputation for medical training, ranked 5th in the UK for nursing*.

Fully accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Upon successful completion of the course, you'll be eligible to register as a newly qualified nurse with the NMC.

Study in an active healthcare environment

We're based in a Medical School in one of the UK's largest major hospitals. You'll have the chance to experience placements in a diverse range of settings, such as medical, surgical, acute care and community nursing. Placements are located within four large NHS trusts and local private or independent healthcare providers.

Adult nursing pathway

You'll learn how to care for adults with a range of needs, in many different settings, to give you flexibility in your future profession.

Through expert teaching and supportive supervision, you will learn to attend to adult patients' medical needs and care for their personal wellbeing. Our course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to become a nursing leader, in an ever-changing healthcare environment.

  • QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2020.

Recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (adult).

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 83 graduates of Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) at The University of Nottingham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Adult Nursing.

Overall student satisfaction
53 /100
83 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates of Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) at The University of Nottingham

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) 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
Median salary £25000 £26000 £28000
25-75 percentile range £24000 - £25000 £21000 - £29000 £22500 - £32000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Adult Nursing

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25031 £25438 £27931
25-75 percentile range £24016 - £25131 £19412 - £29648 £20644 - £33341

What You Will Learn

Programme content: As a student of Nursing (Adult), BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

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.

Current jobs

Job in line with future plans

Utilise skills from studies

Work is meaningful

Required skill level of job after 15 months

% Skilled jobs

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) at The University of Nottingham

96% Nursing Professionals
1% Sales occupations

Grading & Study Time

Assessment Methods

Study Time Distribution



Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Qualification requirements

with at least one being Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education, Psychology or Sociology. General studies and Critical Thinking will not be accepted. GCSE's at grade C (4) required in English and maths.

This qualification is acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades BB, including Science.

45 credits at level three (to include a minimum of 21 credits at distinction, 18 credits at merit and the rest at pass or above), with a minimum of 15 credits from science units at merit or above. Plus GCSE English and Maths at grade C (4) or above. Distance learning: Webcam verification of an unseen exam is accepted.

including a science. This qualification is acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades BBBBB.

Considered on an individual basis if combined with A level or equivalent at grade B. Sciences must be taken. Please contact the school for further information. GCSE's at grade C (4) required in English and maths.

30 overall including three subjects at Higher Level including Higher Level 5 in a science subject

The Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies) or Health Science should be passed with a minimum of Distinction, Distinction, Merit (DDM) as the final award to include a minimum of 60 academic science credits, plus GCSE English and maths, grade C (4) or above. Other relevant Extended Diplomas may be considered if they include 60 credits out of the list on the University website.

Considered on an individual basis when combined with A levels or equivalent at grades BB. Sciences must be taken. Please contact the school for further information. GCSE's at grade C (4) required in English and maths.

This qualification is acceptable when combined with A level grades BB including a science. GCSE's at grade C (4) required in English and maths.

including a science. GCSE's at grade C (4) required in English and maths.

GCSEs at C (4) in Maths and English. We no longer accept Functional Skills qualifications in Maths and English in lieu of GSCEs. European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including Science 75%. Graduate 2.2 in a relevant subject. If in a non-relevant subject, science A level grade B or equivalent BTEC/Access is required. Please contact school for further information.

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 7 IELTS (Academic) is accepted with an overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking, and a minimum of 6.5 in writing.

Bursaries of £5,000 will be available for students starting a nursing course from September 2020, with some students eligible for up to an additional £3,000 per year. This funding will be introduced from September 2020 and further information is available
Do you not fulfill the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements?
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Nursing (Adult), BSc (Hons).

Costs

Tuition Fees Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons)

England UK £92650 year 1
Northern Ireland £92650 year 1
Scotland £92650 year 1
Wales £92650 year 1
International £26500 year 1
EU £26500 year 1

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, 2024

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)

University Rankings

Positions of The University of Nottingham in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of The University of Nottingham in related subject specific rankings.

Medicine & Health

    • #6 
    • #11 
    Nursing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #4 
    • #25 
    Nursing
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 20 April, 2022]
    • #6 
    • #51 
    Nursing
    ARWU by subject - Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 26 May, 2021]

See all university rankings of The University of Nottingham

What students say about studying Adult Nursing in the UK?

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About The University of Nottingham

The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.

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Where is this programme taught

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