Adult Nursing BSc (Hons)
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Adult Nursing BSc (Hons)
Accredited by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), this course will prepare you to be eligible to register and practice as a registered (adult) nurse and to graduate with a BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing award.
Why study BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing at BU?
• Develop into a compassionate, knowledgeable, competent and confident graduate nurse capable of delivering and leading high-quality, person-centred care in a wide variety of healthcare settings
- 50% of the course is spent in practice placements to gain practical...
Accredited by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), this course will prepare you to be eligible to register and practice as a registered (adult) nurse and to graduate with a BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing award.
Why study BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing at BU?
• Develop into a compassionate, knowledgeable, competent and confident graduate nurse capable of delivering and leading high-quality, person-centred care in a wide variety of healthcare settings
- 50% of the course is spent in practice placements to gain practical nursing experience in diverse locations like hospitals, community homes, private clinics and community nursing teams
• Developed in conjunction with practice partners, service users and carers, on this course you’ll learn from experienced registered nurses and other healthcare practitioners
• Purpose built skills facilities include simulated hospital wards and community home settings, allowing you to learn and practice various nursing procedures safely
• Our annual Careers Fair has numerous healthcare exhibitors in attendance, helping you to gain employment as a registered nurse on completion of the course.
Funding support: Nursing students may be eligible for a non-repayable government training grant of at least £5,000 a year. Find out more information about the funding: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-learning-support-fund.
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From high-tech TV studios and genetic labs to sports rehab suites and clinical simulation facilities, you’ll learn using the sam...
Looking for a uni that’s a bit different? There’s no place like BU. With seven miles of sandy beach, stunning countryside and a buzzing town, you’ll find opportunity in every direction.
At BU, your degree isn’t just about studying – it’s about your future. A BU degree opens doors: to exciting careers, new experiences, and the confidence to go further. Every course is built with employability in mind, so you graduate ready for what’s next.
From high-tech TV studios and genetic labs to sports rehab suites and clinical simulation facilities, you’ll learn using the same equipment as industry pros. Plus, you could even study abroad in places like Australia, France or South Africa.
And it’s not just about study. You’ll join a friendly, supportive student community and live in accommodation that feels like home from day one.
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Course Information
1 Clearing option available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B700
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
120
104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.
Scottish Higher
104 - 120 tariff points from Scottish Highers
Access to HE Diploma
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28 - 31 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
This course requires Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 tariff points).
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications. We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifi
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
This course requires Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
D*D
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DMM
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 Principal Subjects
Extended Project
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
A level
104–120 tariff points to include a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.
T Level
M
120 UCAS tariff points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £20,685 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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