Program Overview

Nursing (Adult) with Health Care Foundation Year

Overview

The Health Care Foundation Year (Year One) aims to provide students with an understanding of the basic essential healthcare concepts. This course also develops students' skills and knowledge, preparing them for successful progression onto a degree course (Years Two to Four).

Attendance and Course Details

• Attendance: Full-time
• Course: Four years
• Next enrolment: September 2025

Introduction

Adult nurses work in hospitals or in the community, offering support, education, and care to people using health services. On this course, students will experience the realities of contemporary 24-hour service provision when caring for patients across all aspects of the health/ill health continuum. 50% of studies will be spent in hospital and community settings, within the NHS and independent sector, which includes prison placements.

What You Will Learn

• Develop the skills and knowledge to successfully study at Level 4
• Learn about the basic theories and concepts relating to nursing
• Be taught by a multi-disciplinary programme team with experience in a range of professional health care settings

Course Details

Foundation Year

• Foundations of Mental and Physical Health
• Introduction to Applied Sciences
• Introduction to Exploring Evidence
• University Life
• Working in Healthcare Settings

Year One

• Practice Module: Part 1
• Introduction to Adult Nursing
• Transdisciplinary Science
• Voices and Choices

Year Two

• Adult Field Specific Care Needs
• Leading Adult Nursing
• Evidence Based Interventional Nursing
• Practice Module - Part 2

Year Three

• Being an Autonomous Adult Practitioner
• Being an Inspiring Adult Practitioner
• Leading Adult Nursing
• Practice Module – Part 3

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching methods: lectures, seminars, reflective practice, guided study, teamwork, and oral presentations
• Assessment methods: written assignments, presentations, observed structured clinical examinations, exams, and assessments in practice

School of Health and Society

The School of Health and Society is a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real-world impact. Our courses are informed by the latest research, and we work closely with organisations from both the public and private sector to ensure our teaching is at the forefront of practice.

Facilities

Our Clinical Practice Wards and Simulation Suites are located in the Mary Seacole Building. We also have a number of clinical skills rooms that enhance student learning from taking blood pressure, to giving CPR and more complicated procedures.

Requirements

• This course isn’t suitable for international students.
• Applicant profile: Nursing is not a nine-to-five job. Neither is being a student nurse.
• Application process: As part of the application process, you may be invited to an interview.

Entry Requirements

• GCSE: English Language and Maths at grade C/grade 4 or above; or approved equivalency such as Key Skills / Functional Skills Level 2.
• UCAS Tariff points: 80 UCAS Tariff points.
• BTEC Extended Diploma: MMP.
• Alternative Entry Requirements: The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)

Tuition Fees

• Type of study | Year | Fees
  • Full-time home | 2025/26 | £8,505 for Foundation Year and £9,535 for subsequent years.
  • Full-time home | 2026/27 | £8,505 for Foundation Year and £9,535 for subsequent years.

Additional Costs

• You should also consider further costs which may include books, stationery, printing, binding, and general subsistence on trips and visits.