Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons)
University of Worcester
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Overview
The University of Worcester has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative and contemporary nurse education.
You can apply to study one of 3 different fields of practice: BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult), BSc (Hons) Nursing (Children’s) or BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health).
This exciting and transformational BSc (Hons) Nursing programme has been developed collaboratively with practice partners, service users and students in response to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC 2018) Future Nurse: Standards of Proficiency for Registered Nurses and Realising Professionalism: Standards for Education and Training. At its heart is the recognition that nursing is an evolving professional, practice-based and academic discipline.
In recognition of the teaching teams’ commitment to excellent teaching and innovation, the BSc (Hons) Nursing programme has been a Student Nursing Times finalist for Nurse Education Provider (Pre-Registration) of the year five times. In 2018, 99% of leavers were in employment or further study, with 100% of leavers in employment, working in nursing roles.
Key Features
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Emphasis is on learning in diverse, supportive learning environments with 50% of the course embedded in the practice setting.
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Skills and simulation centre providing outstanding facilities to safely practice nursing interventions in a supportive environment, allowing the development of enhanced technical skills.
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Enhanced practice learning days rooted in clinical practice, provide opportunities to consolidate practice learning.
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Visiting lecturers including experienced and senior clinical nurses and patients, their families and carers, providing a unique insight into their experiences of healthcare.
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Opportunities to complete either a UK or international elective, for example Finland, Denmark, Ireland and Tanzania.
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On successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Nursing, eligible to apply for Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Learn more about the course at our Open Days
Visiting us is the best way to get a feel for student life at the University of Worcester. Explore the campus, meet our lecturers and talk to current students.
Find out more and book your place at www.worcester.ac.uk/open-days
Why the University of Worcester?
The University of Worcester is a close-knit and high-achieving community where students are supported to succeed at every level.
The University is a truly inclusive place where every person counts as an individual. From designing imaginative facilities to providing practical support and tailored learning, we strive to help people of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve their own rich potential. We work hard to break down barriers and provide opportunities for all.
Recent Worcester achievements
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University of the Year - Finalist - 2019 Times Higher Education Awards and UK Social Mobility Awards
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1st for Quality Education - 2019 Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings
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Outstanding Support for Students - Finalist - 2019 Times Higher Education Awards
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Top 10 for Student Satisfaction - 2019 National Student Survey
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Top 10 for Sustained Employment - Longitudinal Educational Outcomes survey (2017)
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Sustainability Institution of the Year - Finalist - 2019 Green Gown Awards
Guaranteed accommodation
If you’re applying to be a first year undergraduate student and accept a conditional or unconditional offer as your first choice by 1 May and apply for accommodation before 31 May, you are guaranteed a place in our University-managed accommodation.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 76 graduates of Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) at University of Worcester for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Adult Nursing.
This particular course
Salary
Salary of Graduates of Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) at University of Worcester
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 | |
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| Median salary | £25000 | £25000 | £29500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24500 - £25000 | £21000 - £29500 | £24000 - £34500 |
All Adult Nursing courses of University of Worcester
Salary of all UK Graduates of Adult Nursing
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £25031 | £25438 | £27931 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24016 - £25131 | £19412 - £29648 | £20644 - £33341 |
All Adult Nursing courses of UK
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.
All Adult Nursing courses of University of Worcester
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 University of Worcester
| 94% | Nursing Professionals |
| 3% | Elementary occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Assessment Methods
Study Time Distribution
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
GCSE English Language & Maths Grade C/4 or above, . (Functional Skills Level 2 is acceptable)
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Minimum of 30 credits at Merit or Distinction
The University of Worcester accepts all qualifications within the Tariff, and normally looks for the equivalent of 3 A levels. More information can be found at http://www.worcester.ac.uk/journey/entry-requirements.html
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation year
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
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)
| EU | £9250 | year 1 |
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| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £13100 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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 University of Worcester in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Worcester in related subject specific rankings.
Medicine & Health
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- #39
- #48
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- Nursing
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
See all university rankings of University of Worcester
What students say about studying Adult Nursing in the UK?
About University of Worcester
The University of Worcester (UW) is a publicly funded research university, located in Worcester, England. Dating back to 1946 as an Emergency Teacher Training College, it was only in 2005 that UW received official university status. The university’s main campus is known as St John’s and is where most of the courses take place, although those related to business, computing, marketing and management are taken on by the university’s secondary campus which is known as City Campus.
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Nursing (Adult) BN (Hons) | Cardiff University | 68% | 0% | 3% | £9000 | £22950 | 162 | Cardiff | On campus Full-time | |
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Nursing Studies (Child) BSc | Glasgow Caledonian University | 64% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £12250 | 183 | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
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Nursing (Children's) with NMC Registration BSc (Hons) | Buckinghamshire New University | 67% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £12500 | 109 | High Wycombe | On campus Full-time | |
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Adult Nursing Practice BSc (Hons) | University of Sunderland | 57% | 0% | 6% | £9250 | £13000 | 140 | Sunderland | On campus Full-time | |
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Child Nursing BSc | University of Dundee | 83% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £19500 | 159 | Dundee | On campus Full-time | |
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Nursing Studies BNurs (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 92% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £30400 | 199 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time | |
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Adult Nursing BSc (Hons) | University of Suffolk | 56% | 0% | 6% | £9250 | £17768 | 129 | Ipswich | On campus Full-time | |
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Nursing Practice (Child) (September Entry Stafford) BSc (Hons) | Staffordshire University | 78% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £18000 | 135 | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
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Nursing Studies Hons (Child) BSc (Hons) | Glasgow Caledonian University | 64% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £12250 | 183 | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
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Professional Nursing (Adult) (September) BSc (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | 79% | 0% | 2% | £9250 | £20100 | 141 | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 13 June, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject:
- Entry Standards 26%
Student Satisfaction 26%
Research Quality 22%
Graduate Prospects 26%