Program Overview

Overview

Study our adult nursing degree for a rewarding career in the care profession. Adult nurses provide a constant source of support and care to patients. Our degree in adult nursing prepares you for the challenging role and responsibilities of a registered nurse.

What You Will Study

Year 1

• Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology (30 credits)
• Individual Health & Well-Being (30 credits)
• Foundations of Nursing Practice (Adult Nursing) (30 credits)
• Practice Learning 1
• Academic Skills Development - Nursing, Midwifery & Paramedic Science (30 credits)

Year 2

• Pathophysiology: Illness and its impact upon individuals (15 credits)
• Recognising and Managing Individual Needs (30 credits)
• Developing Adult Nursing Practice (30 credits)
• Practice Learning 2 (AN)
• Medicines Management (15 credits)
• Understanding Research in Evidence Based Practice (30 credits)

Year 3

• Preparation for Professional Practice (30 credits)
• Advancing Adult Nursing Practice (30 credits)
• Consolidating Adult Nursing Practice (30 credits)
• Practice Learning 3 (AN)
• Exploring Evidence for Professional Practice (30 credits)

Entry Requirements

UK Citizens and Permanent Residents

• 112 UCAS Tariff points
• GCSE Mathematics at grade 4/C and GCSE English Language at grade 4/C
• Suitable applicants will be required to attend an interview
• Applicants will also be required to:
  • Provide an academic or professional reference
  • Demonstrate an interest in, and understanding of, the programme they are applying to within the personal statement
  • Complete a Suitability Declaration
  • Pass an Occupational Health check
  • Pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

International Entry Requirements

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

• Home: £9,535
• International: £18,700

Other Costs

• Books for your studies (estimate, £150 per year)
• Shoes (£60) and clothing (£100) (dependent on field, non-uniform policy)

Careers and Placements

Will I Have a Work Placement?

We offer either a hospital or community route through the Adult Nursing programme in order for you to tailor your placement experience to your future career aspirations.

How Long Is My Placement?

You will spend 50% of your time each year in these valuable work placements.

What Sort of Careers Do Graduates Pursue?

Adult nursing is a challenging yet extremely rewarding career where you will work with a diverse range of acute and long-term illness in adults, in addition to promoting healthy lifestyles for all.

Support and Advice

Academic Skills and Study Support

We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.

Employability Services

Our Employability & Careers Service (ECS) is committed to supporting our students and recent graduates in their transition towards a rewarding graduate destination. We aim to empower our students to achieve their potential, with support including:

• CV and cover letter checks
• Application support
• One-to-one careers advice
• Interview tips and support
• Careers fairs
• Internships
• Graduate jobs.