BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing (Top Up) at Manchester Metropolitan University

Entry requirements

This course is designed for registered Nursing Associates only. Applicants must either be working towards a Nursing Associate qualification or already be registered as a Nursing Associate before applying. A minimum of 2 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including Mathematics, English Language and evidence of IT skills or equivalent. A reference must be from a referee who is able to comment on the applicant's suitability for the nursing profession and focus on their character, attitude and personal skills. This would ideally be from your placement provider or academic provider if working towards the nursing associate qualification or practice provider if registered. A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for this programme. In addition, students who have resided outside the UK will be required to provide evidence of a satisfactory overseas police check. Instructions on how to complete these checks will be provided once you hold a firm offer for this course. Satisfactory occupational health clearance is also required to participate in this course. Due to the nature of the environments in which you will be undertaking placements, Covid-19 vaccination may be required by placement providers and future employers. Your personal statement is expected to demonstrate an insight into your chosen field of Nursing, including an understanding of care environments and current issues in contemporary nursing or health care. You should describe the concept of a professional attitude, effective communication skills, good time-management skills, and an awareness of your own strengths and weaknesses. An awareness of the NMC Code and the vision for the training of the future nurse and how this can support the delivery of high quality person centred care should be included. You should convey your ability to work both independently and as part of a team and demonstrate motivation and a commitment to preparing to study as a nurse, demonstrating an ability to solve problems and to think creatively in conveying a capacity for leadership and how this is important in the nursing profession. Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate evidence of I.T. skills. Registered Nursing Associate (NMC) qualification. All applicants must be working towards or registered nursing associate before application. IELTS: This course is designed for registered Nursing Associates only.