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FdSc Registered Nursing Associate at University of Sunderland

University of Sunderland, United Kingdom

Programme overview

You'll complete 1,150 hours of clinical placements with our partner NHS Trusts, gaining hands-on experience in hospitals and community settings. On campus, you’ll train in state-of-the-art facilities like mock hospital wards and our interactive Living Lab. You’ll also learn directly from real patients and carers through our Patient, Carer and Public Involvement (PCPI) programme.

Department: Nursing and Midwifery  |  Duration: 2 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The FdSc Registered Nursing Associate course is a direct-entry foundation degree, covering the six core areas of practice set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). It’s ideal for both newcomers to healthcare and experienced staff seeking a recognised qualification.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 54 UCAS Tariff points. Find out how many points your qualifications are worth using the UCAS Tariff calculator(opens in new tab). We require GCSE maths and English language at grade C/4 or above, or level 2 functional skills in numeracy and literacy. Members of the Armed Forces will also require maths and English; however, the Level 3 qualification can be replaced with evidence of relevant clinical experience and in-house training. The selection process will include an individual interview, which will assess you on your values, problem-solving, and communication skills. Please note, applications are closed to international students. Fitness to practise; Medical assessments of your mental and physical health and disclosure of criminal convictions apply to all nursing courses and are based on current NMC requirements. Nurses are registered healthcare professionals and the ability to practise safely, effectively, and professionally is essential, so all applicants are required to follow our fitness to practise procedures. This means you're required to complete the following:.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 2 years full-time

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