BSc Nursing - Adult
Course overview
The BSc Nursing - Adult at Birmingham City University is a three-year undergraduate course designed to develop skilled, knowledgeable, and compassionate graduate nurses. It equips students with clinical skills to become registered professional adult nurses, capable of leading and coordinating person- and family-centred care within interdisciplinary teams.
Important learning areas include exploring evidence-based care, professional values, self-leadership, and managing complex care. The modules are structured to ensure graduates are proficient in current nursing practices. The course is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
The course is conducted through lectures, seminars, group work, and hands-on skills sessions, while assessments involve coursework, portfolios, presentations, and practice evaluations. Practical elements are central to the course, involving extensive placements in different hospitals and clinical settings across the West Midlands and surrounding areas.
Entry requirements
Applicants must submit a personal statement to outline their interest in the course and any academic or professional background. A reference from an academic or employer is required. Students can also upload a CV to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants typically require a BBB at A-Levels (120 UCAS Tariff points) or equivalent qualifications.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants who do not speak English as their first language need an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each category.
- Alternatively, a Secure English Language Test (SELT) may be required for those wishing to undertake pre-sessional English courses before starting the PhD programme.
Scholarships
Accelerate Scholarship
If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.
Up to £1,000International Undergraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.
Up to £5,000Sports Scholarship
Enhanced performance support funding.
The High Achievers' Scholarship
You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates with a BSc Nursing - Adult may pursue job roles such as:
- Adult Nurse
- District Nurse
- Community Nurse
- Health Visitor
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Nurse Leader or Manager
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the full-time BSc Nursing - Adult programme is £17,690 per year for international students for the 2025/26 academic year. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may change.
Admission
Interested applicants can apply for the course directly on the university's website or through UCAS. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.
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