Program Overview

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Higher/Degree Apprenticeship Registered Nurse

The Higher/Degree Apprenticeship Registered Nurse program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a registered nurse. This program is offered by the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) and is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

About the Program

The program is a four-year apprenticeship that combines theoretical and practical learning. Students will spend half of their time in practice, applying their knowledge and skills in a real-world setting. The program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a competent and confident registered nurse.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the program, students must:

• Have a minimum of 112 tariff points
• Have a GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent
• Be employed in a relevant nursing role
• Meet the NMC's requirements for registration as a nurse

Structure

The program is structured over four years, with each year building on the previous one. The program includes:

• Year one: Applied Episodes of Care, Essentials of Nursing Practice, Nursing Principles, and Pharmacology, Anatomy and Physiology
• Year two: Applied Episodes of Care 2, Global Sustainable Public Health, Medicine Management and Pharmacology, and Supporting Complex Needs
• Year three: Applied Episodes of Care 3, Decision Making and Assessment, Research Methodologies of Nursing, and Supervision and Leadership
• Year four: Applied Episodes of Care 4, Nursing Project, and Progression to Registration

Learning and Teaching

The program uses a range of teaching methods, including simulation activities, lectures, group work, and directed and self-directed learning. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a skills simulation suite.

Assessment

Assessment takes the form of continuous clinical practice assessment, written assignments, case studies, Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), project/portfolio work, timed examinations, and presentations. In the final year, students will complete a dissertation.

Features

The program offers a range of features, including:

• Professional accreditation by the NMC
• A range of specialisms, including adult, children and young people, learning disabilities, and mental health
• Opportunities for placements in a range of settings, including NHS and private sector organizations
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a skills simulation suite

Careers

The program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a registered nurse. Graduates will be eligible to register with the NMC and will have a range of career opportunities in the NHS and private sector.

Benefits to Employers

The program offers a range of benefits to employers, including:

• The opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge of existing staff
• The ability to attract and retain high-quality staff
• Improved patient care and outcomes
• Increased efficiency and productivity

Why UWE Bristol?

UWE Bristol has a long-standing reputation for providing high-quality nursing education. The university has strong links with local employers and offers a range of facilities and resources to support student learning.