Nursing Associate

Our two-year Foundation Degree prepares you for professional registration as a Nursing Associate where you can make a real impact on the quality of life and care for people of all ages in a range of healthcare settings.

A registered nursing associate plays a crucial role in patient care, administering a variety of treatments, monitoring health and preventing ill-health and supporting individuals and families. Working as part of a team alongside registered nurses, you’ll provide hands-on care in diverse clinical settings, including hospitals and community health and care environments.


• Successful completion of this course makes you eligible to apply for professional registration as a Nursing Associate with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC).



• Explore healthcare holistically, going beyond physical wellbeing to recognise the emotional, social and psychological aspects of patient needs.



• Practice-based learning, simulation and clinical placements develop your hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced professionals.



• Develop your ability to provide compassionate, empathetic care and effective communication, essential qualities that lie at the heart of your practice.



• Advocacy and social justice are integral to the course, empowering nursing associates to champion patients’ rights and promote equitable health and care access.



• Study locations in Coventry, Scarborough and Salisbury.



Course start dates
• September 2026 entry – all locations



• January 2027 entry – all locations



• May 2027 entry – Wiltshire College & University Centre (Salisbury) only



For full course and professional body accreditation information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.

Coventry University, part of Coventry University Group, is a modern, globally connected university with a mission to create better futures. Founded in 1843 through innovation and enterprise, they continue to work closely with industry to equip their graduates with the real-world skills and creative thinking they need to make a difference.

Coventry is also a Top 5 Student City in England (QS Best Student Cities Index 2026), and they guarantee accommodation if you apply through Clearing. With campuses across Coventry, London, Scarborough, Dagenham, and Greenwich, you can choose to study where it suits you best.

They're rated overall Gold in TEF 2023, recognising the quality of their teaching and student experience. From academic and wellbeing support to their Phoenix+ programme of employability activities and dedicated Success Coaches, they’re with you every step of the way.