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BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) Direct Entry at University of Derby

University of Derby, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This programme is a holistic learning experience, enabling students to become emotionally resilient and transformational Registered Nurses equipped to meet the unique challenges of Adult Nursing. This is a full-time 18-month course for applicants who already hold a Foundation Degree and are Registered Nursing Associates. Adult Nurses engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds, spanning various life stages, and address a wide array of health challenges.

Faculty: College of Health and Humanities  |  Department: Nursing  |  Duration: Full-time: 18 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: January  |  Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Stage 2 core modules: Developing Nursing Practice (Adult), Transition to Nursing Practice. Stage 3 core modules: Leadership for Nursing Practice (Adult), Innovation and Improvement in Nursing Practice (Adult), Transition to Autonomous Practice (Adult).

Career pathways

On completion of the programme, students are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC link) in their field of practice. Students have five years to register their award with the Nursing and Midwifery Council following completion of the programme.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS points: N/A; A Level: N/A; BTEC: N/A; GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification; Access to HE: N/A; English language requirements: IELTS: 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each skills area)

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: January

Duration: Full-time: 18 months

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