BSc Nursing (three-year ordinary degree) at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

A three-year BSc (ordinary degree) in adult nursing designed to the NMC Standards for Future Nurse Education (2023), allowing graduates to qualify as nurses in three years rather than four. Students complete 4,600 hours of theory and practice split equally, with the option to transition to the BSc (Hons) Nursing or Master of Nursing at the end of Year One or Two. Graduates are eligible to apply for NMC registration as a Registered Adult Nurse. The course is marked subject to validation.

What you will study

Four integrated themes run across the three years: Applied Biosciences for Nursing Practice, Theories and Art of Nursing, Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice, and Active Learning Community and Preparation for Professional Registration, with practice learning experiences in a variety of healthcare settings.

Career pathways

Graduates work in acute medical and surgical settings, long-term, community and rehabilitation care, the Armed Forces, research, leadership and education roles, in the UK and overseas.

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Entry requirements

Scottish Highers: standard BBC, minimum BCC. A-level: BB/CDD. Irish Leaving Certificate: H2 H3 H3. International Baccalaureate: 24 points. A science and a discursive subject at Higher/A-level are preferred; otherwise National 5 English and a science at grade C or above are required. Mathematics at National 5 C or above is required (National 5 Application of Mathematics or Lifeskills accepted). Minimum criteria apply to applicants with a contextual widening-access factor. Mature and Access applicants must show a strong academic profile. Direct entry with advanced standing: 120 SCQF level 7 credits (for example HNC Healthcare Practice), completion of bridging modules and 600 practice learning hours, considered case by case. Selection event required. Hepatitis B immunisation offered; PVG check, occupational health check, personal indemnity insurance and an annual NMC declaration of good health and character required. English language (international): IELTS 7.0 with no component below 7.0 for reading, speaking and listening and 6.5 for writing.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2027/28). Scottish-domiciled students (tuition fee normally paid by SAAS). Full-time tuition per year Source

International applicants: GBP 17,325 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full time

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