Adult Nursing

Study Adult Nursing at the University of Suffolk where you will build the skills, knowledge and confidence to become a competent healthcare professional. The course reflects contemporary and emerging global and local health needs; embedding core NHS values to improve the care of adult patients whilst building a fulfilling and rewarding nursing career.

Our course team are expert registered practitioners with excellent links with the NHS and local hospitals, committed to teaching and motivating you to become a nurse who makes a difference. Our £15m Health and Wellbeing building located at our Ipswich campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities delivering clinical simulation, immersive and VR environments equipping nursing students to learn and thrive within clinical practice.

As a nursing student, you will benefit from clinical placements throughout your course to develop your practical skills and gain experience in a variety of practice settings. With dedicated practice supervisions and assessors to support you with placements across a range of specialists including community nursing, acute wards in NHS Trust Hospital and voluntary/private sectors to name a few areas, the team at the University of Suffolk are here to support you every step of the way.

Our BSc Adult Nursing degree is approved by the statutory body the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), with the course offering versatility in which graduates can progress to a range of careers outside of adult nursing, including further training for midwifery, health visiting, and school nursing.

Upon completion of the degree, graduates gain first level entry to the NMC Professional Register. Further information about the university's relationship with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is available in the PSRB register.

Upon successful completion of your programme you can pursue a range of careers in health and social care and research. Nurses are lifelong learners who can develop their skills and interests in a wide range of specialisms, such as:
Surgical and Medical
Community
Theatres
Renal care
Neonatal care
Orthopaedic
Emergency department and Intensive care
Occupational Health Nursing

Big ambitions, real opportunities - study at a university recognised for outstanding teaching and student experience. At Suffolk, you’ll benefit from career-focused courses designed in partnership with industry, hands-on learning that builds real-world skills, and strong employer connections that open doors. Their supportive, close-knit community means you’re more than just a number, with personalised support every step of the way. From day one, you’ll gain the confidence, experience and practical knowledge you need to stand out and shape your future with success.