University of Salford

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Nursing Associate Pathway) (Adult)

University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom

Course overview

Adult nurses work in hospitals or in the community, offering support, education and care to adults and their families and carers. This is an accelerated 18-month programme aimed at those working as a nursing associate, assistant practitioner, registered nurse or similar.

Key highlights

  • Accelerated 18-month route for nursing associates and assistant practitioners
  • Prepares adult nurses to work in hospitals and community settings
  • Focus on supporting, educating and caring for adults and their families

Entry requirements

  • GCSE: C/4 — to include English, Mathematics
  • Additional condition: professional_registration — Level 5 qualification You will need a Level 5 Nursing Associate Foundation Degree completed within the last 5 years (registration with the NMC is not required).

Scholarships

  • Global Gold Excellence Scholarship

    For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000

  • Global Silver Excellence Scholarship

    For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500

  • IFY Excellence Scholarship

    For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.

    Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Registered Nurse (Adult)
  • Staff Nurse
  • Community Nurse
  • District Nurse
  • Practice Nurse

Cost of study

UK/Home: See latest UK/home undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding | International: See latest international undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding

Admission

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