BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing at University of Suffolk

Programme overview

Study an Adult Nursing degree at the University of Suffolk and become a highly sought after healthcare professional as a registered nurse. Build the skills, knowledge and confidence by studying a nursing course ranked 8th in the UK for Graduate Prospects in Nursing and Midwifery (Complete University Guide 2025). The course reflects contemporary, emerging global and local health needs, embedding core NHS values to improve the care of adult patients whilst building a fulfilling and rewarding nursing career.

Faculty: School of Health Sciences and Society | Duration: Three years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Foundations of Professional Nursing Practice, Anatomy, Physiology and Essential Nursing Practice, Principles of Health Promotion, Practice 1. Year 2: Pathophysiology, Health needs and Partnership Working, Managing the Acutely Ill Patient, Inclusion, Health Inequality and Professional Voice, Practice 2. Year 3: Assessment and Management of Chronic and Complex Conditions, Leading, Co-ordinating Care and Preparation for Practice, Dissertation/Major Project, Practice 3.

Career pathways

Graduates of our BSc Adult Nursing degree can pursue a range of careers in health and social care and research. Nurses are lifelong learners who can develop their skills and interests in a wide range of specialisms, such as: - Surgical and Medical, - Community, - Theatres, - Renal care, - Neonatal care, - Orthopaedic, - Emergency department and Intensive care, - Occupational Health Nursing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

96 UCAS Points (or above); CCC (A-Level); MMM (BTEC); Pass at Grade C or above (T Level); Access to HE Diploma 30 Level 3 credits at Merit grade or above; All applicants are required to hold three GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English and Maths (or Level 2 equivalents). Any offer of a place will be subject to: Successful interview; Satisfactory Health check; Satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check - fee applicable; Two satisfactory references; As part of the selection process, you will be expected to demonstrate good knowledge and a clear understanding of the scope of work that a nurse is required to undertake as well as the significance of the NHS Constitution and its core values. IELTS 7.0 overall is required where English is not the student's first language.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2027/28). International fee stated per year including placement fee. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Three years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/applying-to-university

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