Foundation Degree in Science Nursing Associate FdSc

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Course Overview - Foundation Degree in Science Nursing Associate FdSc

This Nursing Associate course offers a rewarding route into healthcare for individuals committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Blending 50% academic study and 50% practice placements, where you will gain practical experience in real healthcare settings. Combining hands on clinical experience with expert led classroom instruction this two-year Foundation Degree prepares you to work as a Nursing Associate – a vital role that bridges the gap between healthcare support workers and registered nurses.

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

2 Years

Start Date

09/2026

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Sutherland Building
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 8ST

Application Details

Course Code

B780

Institution Code

N77

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Applicants will need to hold Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent. Additional Requirements: Applicants will be required to attend an interview. Admission is subject to a suitable DBS Enhanced Certificate and a satisfactory health check. Applicants must meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council's suitability for registration requirements. Applicants must be 17 years old at the start of the course (If you will not be 17 in the current application cycle, you can still apply for deferred entry for 2027 entry, by selecting the September 2027 option on UCAS) International Qualifications: We welcome applicants with a range of qualifications which may not match those shown above. If you have qualifications from outside the UK, find out what you need by visiting: www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry English Language Requirements: International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0, with a minimum writing score of 6.5 and all other components at a minimum score of 7.0, or Occupational English Test (OET) with at least a grade B (350 to 440) in reading, listening and speaking, and at least a grade C+ (300 to 340) in writing. For further admissions guidance and requirements

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