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BSc (Hons) Occupational Health Nursing (Top-Up) at University of Derby

University of Derby, United Kingdom

Programme overview

BSc (Hons) Occupational Health Nursing (Top Up) is a flexible online degree designed for registered nurses working in Occupational Health (OH) who want to enhance their knowledge, gain a full honours degree and progress their career. Depending on your previous qualification (Diploma or Advanced Diploma), you will complete either 60 or 120 credits to achieve your BSc (Hons) degree while continuing to work in your professional role.

Faculty: College of Health and Humanities  |  Department: Nursing  |  Duration: Part-time: 1-2 years  |  Study mode: online (part-time)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Introduction to Occupational Health, Independent Study.

Career pathways

This degree provides a strong foundation for ongoing professional development. It develops the knowledge, confidence and transferable skills needed to work effectively and independently in Occupational Health practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To apply, you will need: To be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or international equivalent; To be employed in a health or care setting; To hold a Registered Nurse qualification - Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Nursing (minimum 120 credits at level 5) or international equivalent. Alternatively, we may consider your application, if you can demonstrate the ability to work at level 5, by previous study or experiential learning that demonstrates you are ready to progress onto level 6 study; English language qualifications; If English is not your first language, or you have not successfully completed your highest level of qualification in English, you will need an English language qualification equivalent to a minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) average score of 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any element or equivalent.; Note: International qualifications will be assessed for equivalency according to UK ENIC (formerly NARIC) guidelines and the university's international admissions policy.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,550 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

International applicants: GBP 5,550 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

Intake: September

Duration: Part-time: 1-2 years

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