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Nursing at UEA
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Find out moreBSc (Hons) Adult Nursing
Key details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- Typical Offer
- BBB
- Contextual Offer
- BCC
- Course Length
- 3 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2027
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Of students were positive about the support provided by teaching staff
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024-2592%
Of graduates go on to work and/or study within 15 months after the course
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022-23Course Overview
Why BSc Adult Nursing at UEA?
Build your knowledge, skills and confidence to care for people across diverse healthcare settings with this UEA Adult Nursing programme.
Adult nursing is a rewarding and dynamic career for those passionate about making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
Why choose UEA
- Expert Teaching: Learn from experienced nurse academics with a range of clinical expertise, on a course that has been ranked 21st in the UK for Adult Nursing (The Guardian University Guide, 2026)
- Student-shaped learning: The curriculum has been shaped by current students and Service Users alongside academics to ensure your course is relevant and contemporary
- Lead with impact: UEA stands alone as the only university offering dual Chartered Management Institute accreditation on graduation
What is BSc Adult Nursing?
If you thrive in caring for others, and you’re eager to engage with individuals across all stages of life, this BSc Adult Nursing degree is for you. What’s exciting about adult nursing is its incredible diversity. Whether you choose to focus on acute care, community health, or specialised fields, your career path is what you make. The opportunity to help others live their best lives, support people through some of their toughest times, and impact your community in a meaningful way is incredibly rewarding.
At UEA, we pride ourselves on offering a supportive and interactive environment, where you’ll be part of a dynamic cohort of students, all committed to becoming expert registered adult nurses. Each aspect of the course is designed to give you a holistic view of healthcare, preparing you to approach nursing with empathy, adaptability and expertise. Our commitment to your health and wellbeing is reflected in the way we incorporate personal development into your learning journey, empowering you to care for yourself so you can care for others.
At UEA, you’ll have access to our top-tier anatomy suite, simulation rooms, and cutting-edge technology, giving you the chance to hone your skills in a realistic, supportive environment. But it’s not just the facilities that make UEA unique. With the NHS and other healthcare partners in the region, you’ll be able to gain real-world experience that will enrich your learning and career prospects.
*We're currently enhancing this course to ensure it meets the latest professional and educational standards. The revised course is subject to approval by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
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Accreditations
This programme is validated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). All students must complete an annual declaration that they’re of Good Health and Character to meet the NMC requirements to continue on the programme.
As a dual‑accredited course, students receive Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accreditation alongside their nursing registration, upon successful completion of the course.
Careers
Career Pathways
With a BSc Adult Nursing degree, you can work in a vast range of diverse settings. These could include (but are not limited to):
- Acute care nursing: Deliver rapid assessment and treatment for people experiencing acute illness, injury, wellbeing and post‑operative needs in hospital settings
- Community nursing: Coordinate holistic, person‑centred care for individuals and families across community and home settings
- Palliative care nursing: Specialised care for people towards the end of life to support their comfort and family involvement
- Nursing research and education: Advancing nursing practice by actively contributing to new evidence, developing clinical knowledge, and educating future nurses through teaching and scholarly activity
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP): Provide expert assessment and advanced care within a chosen specialty to improve patient outcomes. Deliver complex clinical decision‑making and autonomous practice across diverse healthcare settings
Career Support
UEA Career Central offers a dedicated careers service that all students can access from the beginning of their studies.
In addition, in your final year of study you'll be offered programme specific support consisting of interview preparation and mock interviews.
After the Course
Graduating with a BSc (Hons) in Adult Nursing from UEA means you're stepping into a world full of opportunities. As a UEA nursing graduate, you'll enter the profession as a confident, capable, and highly employable Adult Nurse. Upon registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council, you'll be fully prepared to deliver safe, effective, and evidence‑informed, person-centred care across a wide range of healthcare settings.
The course’s dual accreditation, including Chartered Management Institute (CMI) recognition, equips you with strong leadership and management capabilities that set you apart in a competitive healthcare landscape. Whatever direction your career takes, you'll graduate with the professional, practical, and interpersonal skills needed to excel.
Study and Modules
Structure
At UEA, we're committed to developing nurses who excel in every aspect of their profession through our core values of: Collaboration, Ambition, Respect and Empowerment (CARE).
Our Nursing Excellence Framework shapes reflective, evidence-based, and values-driven nurses- ready to make a real impact in healthcare.
In your first year, you'll focus on developing the essential foundations for safe and effective nursing practice. Teaching introduces you to core clinical skills, professionalism and the values that underpin compassionate care.
You'll explore the science behind nursing practice from the very start of the programme, gaining a clear understanding of how the body works and how health and illness are experienced by people from diverse settings.
Learning takes a whole person approach, encouraging you to consider individuals within the context of their families, communities and neighbourhoods, while developing insight into the nurse’s role in health promotion, prevention and reducing health inequalities.
Simulation Practice Learning provides you with a supportive, controlled, and realistic environment to develop your clinical skills, communication, and professional behaviours, building confidence and competence before beginning your first clinical placement.
Compulsory Modules
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
In your second year, you build upon your first–year knowledge and experience. Learning becomes more applied and you'll develop advanced communication and consultation skills, exploring the importance of therapeutic relationships and how to assess and deliver evidence-based care.
Teaching places a strong emphasis on interprofessional working, helping you understand your role, responsibilities and scope of practice within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
You'll be engaging with research and evidence to strengthen your critical thinking and decision-making skills, while exploring contemporary influences on nursing practice such as local political and global health challenges.
Scientific knowledge is further developed and applied to patient assessment and care management, supporting your growing clinical confidence.
Simulation Practice Learning in year two focuses on more complex care scenarios, enabling you to refine decision-making, prioritisation and teamwork skills as your confidence and clinical reasoning develop.
Compulsory Modules
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
Your final year focuses on preparing you for the transition to registered practice as an Adult nurse. Teaching supports you to manage increasing clinical complexity, apply evidence confidently and explore areas of practice in greater depth that align with your personal interests and career goals.
You'll develop leadership and improvement capabilities, drawing on learning from across the programme to understand how nurses lead change, improve services and enhance the quality of care. This includes opportunities to gain recognised leadership and management accreditation, strengthening your professional profile and employability.
Through Simulation Practice Learning in year three, you'll manage high-acuity and leadership focused scenarios that promote autonomy, readiness for practice and confidence in making professional decisions.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 20)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning, and Assessment
Teaching and Learning
Our degree course uses a diverse range of engaging teaching and learning approaches to align nursing theory and practice together, led by our passionate nurse academics who will share their clinical expertise. You'll learn through a combination of on campus and online lectures, smaller group seminars, guided independent study and collaborative learning, alongside interactive methods such as Simulation Practice Learning, lived experience sessions, case-based discussions and debates that encourage critical thinking and professional reflection.
There will be opportunities to learn alongside other health and social care students, building confidence in teamwork and interprofessional practice.
Practice placements form a mandatory component of the course, enabling you to translate theory into practice within real healthcare environments while working with registered nurses and broader healthcare teams. In total, 50% of the programme is dedicated to practice learning.
Assessment
Throughout your degree, you'll be assessed through a variety of methods, carefully formulated to explore your ability to connect theory and practice designed to authentically reflect the responsibilities and requirements of contemporary nursing practice.
You'll receive regular written and verbal feedback, alongside formative opportunities helping you build confidence and strengthen your work before summative submission.
In year one, you'll complete a skills passport/ personal development plan, group presentation, exam(s) and assessments in practice.
In year two, you'll encounter a wider variety of assessments including an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE), exam(s) and assessments in practice.
In year three, you'll submit a clinical leadership poster, quality improvement proposal, exam and assessments in practice.
You'll have access to specialist support services available at the university to support your studies Learning Enhancement Team and Student and Academic Support Services.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.
In place of Mathematics GCSE we can also consider:
- Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics
- Essential Skills Wales L2 Application of Number
- Essential Skills Northern Ireland L2 Application of Number
In place of English Language GCSE we can also consider:
- Functional Skills Level 2 English
- Essential Skills Wales L2 Communication
- Essential Skills Northern Ireland L2 Communication
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies page.
- Contextual Offers
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes(opens in a new window).
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
A levels
BBB.
Contextual offer: BCC.
BTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM.
Contextual offer: DMM.
BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 45 credits at Level 3.
Contextual offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and Pass in 15 credits at Level 3.T levels
Obtain an overall Merit. Accepted subjects: Any.
- Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements
- Non-Academic Entry Requirements
Offers will be made to applicants after completion of successful interviews and will be subject to a satisfactory occupational health check, including evidence of appropriate immunisations. Failure to meet the placement vaccination policy may prevent you from joining the course or may lead to your withdrawal from the course in the future. Offers are also subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)(opens in a new window) check. Future employment may be subject to these conditions. Where applicable, an Overseas Police Check may be required. We will let you know what you need to do (and when) to meet these conditions if you are successful in gaining an offer.
If you have previously studied at degree level in a health-related subject , we will consider the relevance, level, recentness, and outcome of that study alongside evidence of your academic potential to succeed on the course. Applicants with incomplete or unsuccessful prior study may be required to provide additional information.
- Interviews
The strongest applicants will be invited to interview. Please note that meeting (or being predicted to meet) the minimum academic entry requirements will not guarantee that you will be selected for interview.
Interview invitations will be sent by email. Please keep a close eye on all emails from UEA after you submit your UCAS application. For more information on the application process and what to expect at each step, take a look at our handy Applying to HSC infographic, which explains the application journey from start to finish.
- Placements
Placement allocation primarily takes place across a variety of settings, which may include hospitals, community services, general practice, social services, and voluntary or private organisations. These placements are located throughout the counties of Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, and Cambridgeshire.
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
- Recent Study
We would prefer you to be able to demonstrate evidence of recent academic study within 5 years of the start of the course. If your last qualification will have been completed more than 5 years ago by the time the course starts, please contact Admissions.
- Age on Entry
Applicants for this course need to be aged 18 or over by 31 December 2027. This is owing to the integrated nature of placements within the first year of the course and safeguarding implications. In view of this, applicants who will not be 18 years old or over by this date, should consider applying for deferred entry.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.
In place of Mathematics GCSE we can also consider:
- Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics
- Essential Skills Wales L2 Application of Number
- Essential Skills Northern Ireland L2 Application of Number
In place of English Language GCSE we can also consider:
- Functional Skills Level 2 English
- Essential Skills Wales L2 Communication
- Essential Skills Northern Ireland L2 Communication
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies page.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
A levels
BBB.
International Baccalaureate
31 points overall.
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students(opens in a new window).
- UEA International Study Centre
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre(opens in a new window) offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 6.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies(opens in a new window) for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, UEA International Study Centre offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
English language at UEA International Study Centre(opens in a new window)
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- Non-Academic Entry Requirements
Offers will be made to applicants after completion of successful interviews and will be subject to a satisfactory occupational health check, including evidence of appropriate immunisations. Failure to meet the placement vaccination policy may prevent you from joining the course or may lead to your withdrawal from the course in the future. Offers are also subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)(opens in a new window) check. Future employment may be subject to these conditions. Where applicable, an Overseas Police Check may be required. We will let you know what you need to do (and when) to meet these conditions if you are successful in gaining an offer.
If you have previously studied at degree level in a health-related subject , we will consider the relevance, level, recentness, and outcome of that study alongside evidence of your academic potential to succeed on the course. Applicants with incomplete or unsuccessful prior study may be required to provide additional information.
- Interviews
The strongest applicants will be invited to interview. Please note that meeting (or being predicted to meet) the minimum academic entry requirements will not guarantee that you will be selected for interview.
Interview invitations will be sent by email. Please keep a close eye on all emails from UEA after you submit your UCAS application. For more information on the application process and what to expect at each step, take a look at our handy Applying to HSC infographic, which explains the application journey from start to finish.
- Placements
Placement allocation primarily takes place across a variety of settings, which may include hospitals, community services, general practice, social services, and voluntary or private organisations. These placements are located throughout the counties of Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, and Cambridgeshire.
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
- Recent Study
We would prefer you to be able to demonstrate evidence of recent academic study within 5 years of the start of the course. If your last qualification will have been completed more than 5 years ago by the time the course starts, please contact Admissions.
- Age on Entry
Applicants for this course need to be aged 18 or over by 31 December 2027. This is owing to the integrated nature of placements within the first year of the course and safeguarding implications. In view of this, applicants who will not be 18 years old or over by this date, should consider applying for deferred entry.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2027/28 are:
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UK Students: £10,050
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International Students: £24,250
We estimate living expenses at £1,171 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships(opens in a new window) for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of additional course-related costs.
How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS (opens in a new window)to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information: