BN Bachelor of Nursing (Adult) at Edinburgh Napier University

Programme overview

Our adult nursing degree course will develop your professional knowledge and understanding in the field of nursing and its application. Taught by experts in a friendly and supportive environment, you'll put theory into practice in our state-of-the art Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre, and participate in work placements across the Lothian and Borders area in hospital and community settings. Work placements make up 50% of the course content.

Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

Year 1 entry. Scottish Higher: Standard Offer Entry Requirement: BBC preferably to include English or a Literary subject* and a Science subject**. National 5 grade C in Maths OR Applications of Maths. For those who do not have Higher English and a Higher Science subject, National 5 English and a Science at grade C will be required. minimum offer BCC preferably to include English or a Literary subject* and a Science subject**. National 5 grade C in Maths OR Applications of Maths. For those who do not have Higher English and a Higher Science subject, National 5 English and a Science at grade C will be required. A Level: BC preferably to include English or a Literary subject* and a Science subject** GCSE grade C/4 in Maths GCSE grade C/4 in English and a Science (or Double Award Science) required for candidates who do not have these subjects at A Level. BTEC (QCF) National Extended Diploma Level 3: Minimum grades MMP (Merit, Merit, Pass) in any subject* GCSE English, Maths and a Science at grade C/4. UCAS code: B740.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Scotland fee Source

International applicants: GBP 18,220 a year (2026/27). Overseas and EU fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.napier.ac.uk/study-with-us/undergraduate/how-to-apply/application-advice-and-support

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