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Nursing Studies (Adult), B.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 36 months
    Duration
Glasgow Caledonian University
University rank #601 (WUR) Glasgow, United Kingdom
This Nursing Studies (Adult) programme at Glasgow Caledonian University aims to develop nurses who are able to deliver person-centred, safe and effective care, working with other professions and agencies in an ever-changing and complex healthcare environment.
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Overview

Adult nursing is a dynamic, rewarding and highly skilled caring and compassionate career. You will develop diverse skills ranging from the delivery of health education for individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds to delivering complex care for people with multiple acute or long term conditions.

You will experience a variety of clinical placements and will learn using a diverse range of techniques and approaches in this Nursing Studies (Adult) programme at Glasgow Caledonian University. You will undertake clinical practice for 50% of the course, in community and hospital placements as well as independent and voluntary sector experience. 

During placements, students are involved in nursing activities including providing care for a range of patients relevant to their chosen nursing pathway.

Your career

On successful completion of the programme, graduates are eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Graduates are equipped to apply for a wide range of positions in the NHS, working closely with patients, clients, service users and carers, and also leading in management and research.

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 36 months
  • Credits
    360 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

Programme Structure

Courses included:

  • Values and Rights based Nursing practice
  • Health Improvement
  • Contemporary Health Care Delivery
  • Introduction to Evidence Based Practice
  • Anticipatory and Alternative Approaches to Adult Nursing
  • Developing Skills for Professional Nursing Practice 

English Language Requirements

You need the following IELTS score:

  • Minimum required score:

    7

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

General Requirements

BSc Year 2

  • College HNC: Care and Administrative Practice with B in graded units, successful completion of 600 clinical hours but advised to achieve as close to 620 clinical hours as possible (in designated clinical area). Candidates need to obtain a minimum of 90% attendance at College and a minimum of 90% attendance at Practice Placement. Applications subject to interview and places and must be supported by the college partner.

Tuition Fee

  • International

    12250 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 12250 GBP per year and a duration of 36 months.

  • EU/EEA

    1820 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 1820 GBP per year and a duration of 36 months.
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  • RUK: £9250

Living costs for Glasgow

  • 620 - 1020 GBP/month
    Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

We provide high-quality education for a fair price; as the University for the Common Good, we are committed to offering accessible higher education for talented students by keeping our tuition fees low and providing a generous scholarship package of over £2.5 million per year.

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