FdSc Nursing Associate at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

This course will provide you with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours to become a Nursing Associate. Our general nursing courses are ranked joint 5th in the UK for career prospects by The Guardian University Guide 2027. We’ll enable you to become a compassionate, competent and confident nursing associate at academic level 5 (foundation degree) – qualified to deliver a wide range of clinical, care and inter-personal skills, underpinned by a systematic knowledge base.

Faculty: School of Education, Health & Science | Department: Health and Social Care | Duration: 2 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: January 2027; September 2027; January 2028; September 2028; January 2029 | Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules. Level 4 (Year 1): Transition to Undergraduate Nursing Associate, Developing Professionalism, Understanding Research to Inform evidence Based Practice, Foundations of Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology to Support Clinical Assessment Across the Lifespan.; Level 5 (Year 2): Managing Risk and Sustainability in health and Social Care, Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health, Preparing to Become a Professional Registrant, Exploring the Nursing Associate Role in Influencing Practice.

Career pathways

You may also use the qualification to allow you to seek accreditation of prior learning (APL) to progress onto a BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing programme.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offers There is some flexibility when it comes to routes in to studying this programme. Combinations of qualifications and / or experience are outlined below. 72 UCAS tariff points, CDE at A levels, MMP at Extended diploma – not subject-specific. 32 UCAS tariff points, EE at A Levels, PPP at Extended diploma. Level 3 qualifications must be in a related healthcare subject. No Level 3 qualification but a minimum of one years’ experience working in a healthcare role. You should also hold the Care Certificate. If you are unsure whether we could make you an offer or you have any questions, you can get in touch with our admissions team who will be able to advise you. English and Maths GCSE UCAS code B701.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,950 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

Intake: January 2027; September 2027; January 2028; September 2028; January 2029

Duration: 2 years full-time

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