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BSc Professional Practice at University of Stirling

University of Stirling, United Kingdom

Programme overview

BSc Professional Practice is an online part-time top-up degree for experienced health and social care staff, with named pathways in Nursing, Paramedical Science and Mental Health.

Duration: Minimum 4 semesters, part time, online  |  Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028  |  Study mode: part-time (online)  |  Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Practice-focused, research-informed online modules in areas such as dementia, oncology, leadership, mental health, long-term health conditions, and acute or palliative care, with a Gateway to Further Study module for those new to or returning to higher education.

Career pathways

Career progression into senior roles and management, particularly for professional roles moving to a degree-level workforce.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must work in a health or social care professional role and be registered with the relevant governing body. Open to those with a Foundation degree, DipHE, HND or equivalent in a health, social care or related subject; evidence of a related professional programme (Nursing, Paramedic, Social Care, Mental Health) is required. All registered NMC and HCPC professionals are considered; overseas-registered applicants must show completion of a professional programme and registration with a recognised body. Apply directly to the University, not through UCAS. International applicants: IELTS Academic or UKVI 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and 7.0 in speaking, listening and reading; Pearson Test of English (Academic) 67 overall with a minimum of 62 in writing and 67 in speaking, listening and reading; TOEFL (taken before 21 January 2026) 95 overall with 22 reading, 23 writing, 22 listening, 24 speaking; TOEFL (taken from 21 January 2026) 5 overall with a minimum of 4.5 in writing and 5 in reading, speaking and listening.

Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028

Duration: Minimum 4 semesters, part time, online

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