MN(T) Nursing with Pre-registration (Adult) at University of Edinburgh

Programme overview

The MN(T) Nursing with Pre-registration (Adult) is a two-year route for graduates who wish to become adult nurses, providing the theoretical and practice learning needed to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. The programme is currently being modified in response to regulatory requirements.

What you will study

The programme combines theory and practice learning, with an optional four-week clinical elective placement in the UK or abroad. Graduates are taught to inform safe, effective care, evaluate health services and population health outcomes, carry out research and show leadership in interdisciplinary teams.

Career pathways

Graduates work in community and hospital settings including intensive care, oncology, theatres and accident and emergency, and in health care policy, research, education, global development, prison health and care homes. Progression to a PhD in Nursing Studies is possible.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent; National 5 Mathematics at grade C or above, or GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 or above, or equivalent; a personal statement showing motivation and understanding of the nurse's role. Applicants with a lower degree classification and extensive relevant experience may be considered after qualified applicants. Applicants must meet Recognition of Prior Learning requirements of 479 hours of relevant practice experience (at least 150 hours at application, gained within the previous 5 years, verified on form RPE2) and 140 notional hours of theory learning (claimed on RPE3). International applicants are considered but places are few and selection is competitive. Successful applicants must join the PVG Scheme. English language: IELTS Academic overall 7.0 with at least 7.0 in each component.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time

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