Program Overview

BN (Hons) Nursing (Adult) with Foundation Year

Course Overview

This 4-year integrated degree provides a route to nurse registration for those who do not have the required qualifications to access the BN Nursing directly. It is attractive to mature learners who may have been out of education for some years or for those who are unable to demonstrate the required skills or knowledge to start their study at level 4.

Course Features

• Make a difference to people’s lives and learn how to optimise their care in a safe and stimulating environment
• Learn from supportive and accessible lecturers and gain real insights from experienced and registered professionals
• Bring your learning to life through practice placements with partner organisations under the supervision of experienced nurses
• Develop excellent communication skills, clinical knowledge, and leadership skills to prepare you for your future professional life
• Be eligible to seek admission to part 1 (Adult) of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register on successful completion of this four-year programme
• Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)

Course Details

Work Placements

Work placements are a core part of this course and account for approximately 50% of the programme after the completion of the first year.

Learning and Teaching

You are taught primarily through a combination of lectures and seminars, allowing opportunities to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups.

Digital Literacy

Digital and technological literacy is a requirement for entry to all nursing programmes. In healthcare, it is now seen as a vital tool and is used for managing patient records, assessment, research, and education.

Overall Workload

Your overall workload consists of class contact hours, independent learning, and assessment activity.

Modules

Year 1

• Essential Skills for learning in healthcare (30 Credits)
• Science for Healthcare (30 Credits)
• Health and Wellbeing in Today’s Society (30 Credits)
• Becoming a Healthcare Professional (30 Credits)

Year 2

• Clinical Sciences 1: Psychosocial and Biological (30 Credits)
• Promoting Good Health and Wellbeing (15 Credits)

Year 3

• Clinical Sciences 2 - Application (30 Credits)
• Team Working and Developing Nursing Practice in Adult Health (30 Credits)
• Practice Learning Experience Part 2 (30 Credits)
• Preparation for Practice Inquiry (15 Credits)

Year 4

• Enhancing Nursing Practice and Transition to Registrant in Adult Health (30 Credits)
• Practice Inquiry Project (30 Credits)

Entry Requirements

UK

• 32 points
• UCAS tariff points can come from 1 A-level (grade C or above) or an equivalent qualification
• GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above
• A clear commitment to pursuing a career in nursing
• To be at least 18 years old

International

• If English is not your first language, you will need to show that you have language skills at IELTS level 6.0, with no skill below 5.5, or equivalent

Additional Costs

• One uniform will be provided, but you are likely to require additional uniforms (indicative cost: £30)
• The University will pay for an occupational health assessment; however, you may need to pay for immunisations if they are not covered by your GP
• You will need a pair of suitable comfortable shoes while on clinical placement (indicative cost: £40–£60)
• You will need to purchase some of your own clinical items, for instance, a stethoscope and fob watch (indicative cost: £30)
• You will need to be able to travel to your placement - travel costs will be associated with this (indicative cost: £40)
• All students who accept an offer for this course are required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance check (cost: £49.50)

Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards

We have a variety of scholarship and bursaries available to support you financially with the cost of your course.

Career Prospects

As a registered nurse, there are opportunities to work in the UK and many countries across the world in a range of care environments. This includes statutory health care providers (such as the NHS), the private voluntary and independent sector, criminal justice system, and armed forces. Further education, training, and experience can lead to advanced nurse practitioner roles, healthcare management, nursing research, and roles within nurse education.