MSc Adult Nursing at Buckinghamshire New University

Entry requirements

To study this course, you will need to have obtained the following: Classification of 2:1 or above in any subject/discipline OR consideration will be given to applicants who have: Classification of 2:2 in a subject with relevant content and experience, e.g., sociology; psychology; physiology; bio- chemistry; health studies or social work. Five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English language or literature, mathematics, and a science subject. For learners, whose first language is not English, there is a requirement to achieve an IELTS tariff of 7 with no individual component below 6.5 Evidence of study within the previous five years. Establish digital and technological literacy on application. Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend a Selection Day. English language requirements For those whose first language is not English, there is a requirement to demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English through application and interview. An IELTS score of 7.0 overall with no section below 6.5 or an equivalent is also required. Find out more on our general entry requirements page. Using an NMC-approved pre-registration qualification If you have completed an NMC-approved pre-registration nurse, midwife or nursing associate programme, we will accept this as evidence that you have the necessary knowledge of English. Additional requirements If successful at interview you will be required to complete the following as part of the condition of your offer: Verified evidence of 500 hours of related clinical practice in the last 3 years. This will be demonstrated through an enhanced CV. A reflective essay demonstrating Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).If satisfactory, you will be awarded 500 Theory hours as RPL. Verification of International Qualifications and Experience For international applicants, RPL evidence is subject to enhanced verification to ensure authenticity and equivalence: Where the undergraduate degree has been awarded outside the UK, the University undertakes authenticity and equivalence checks as part of the admissions process. Where practice experience and hours of relevant care-related or clinical practice have been undertaken outside the UK, these must be formally verified and confirmed on signed documentation. Practice experience must be verified by a registered nurse (NMC registrant) or, where experience was gained overseas, by an equivalent overseas regulatory body. Where verification is provided by an overseas registered nurse or practitioner, the University requires additional evidence to confirm the individual’s registration status and professional credentials. All offers are subject to successful RPL of theory and practice, Enhanced CV, satisfactory Occupational Health and review of your submitted enhanced report from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you do not meet the entry requirements you may, if you have relevant professional experience, still be invited for interview, where you will be required to demonstrate the necessary knowledge and understanding for entry onto the course. Previous study, professional and / or vocational experiences may be recognised as the equivalent learning experience and permit exemption from studying certain modules in accordance with our accreditation of prior learning (APL) process. UCAS code BR41.