BSc Honours Nursing Adult with Foundation Year

The Sheffield Hallam University BSc (Honours) Nursing (Adult) with Foundation Year is a four-year program that will equip you to be a registered nurse. The first year (referred to as the foundation year) is offered to students who do not meet the standard entry qualifications to the full degree. It will assist you in achieving your confidence and acquiring the academic skills that you will need to learn at the university level.

On completion of the foundation year, you will move on to a three-year BSc (Honours) Nursing (Adult) degree. This course involves a combination of theory and practice with placements spread across health and social care in different settings.

Sheffield Hallam University is a well-regarded institution, known for being one of the biggest providers of health and social care education in the UK. The university has been awarded Gold in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in fields such as health and social care, art and design, and business.

Applicants need to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. They can also upload their CV to demonstrate their work experience. Additional entry requirements include a criminal records declaration and occupational health screening.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants for the foundation year need at least 40 UCAS points from A levels, BTEC Extended Diploma, or an equivalent qualification.
• The course is also suitable for mature students who do not have standard academic qualifications but would benefit from extra preparation before starting degree-level studies.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds should have a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with at least 7.0 in speaking, reading, and listening, and 6.5 in writing. Other equivalent tests are also accepted.

The tuition fee for international students taking the BSc (Honours) Nursing (Adult) at Sheffield Hallam University is £19,155.

The university provides various scholarships to help students with the cost of their studies. While there are no specific training grants for the foundation year, you may be able to get a student finance loan. Once you progress to the full degree, you may be eligible for a non-repayable training grant of £5,000 from the NHS Learning Support Fund, as well as other scholarships available for international students, such as the Transform Together Scholarships.

Graduates of this course work as:

• Registered Adult Nurse
• Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Primary Care Nurse
• Research Nurse
• Nurse Manager
• Lecturer

Students can apply for the Sheffield Hallam University BSc (Honours) Nursing (Adult) with Foundation Year course through UCAS or directly through the university’s online portal. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you through the process.