Nursing Associate Foundation Degree FdSc

Key highlights

• Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Prepares you to qualify and work as a Nursing Associate
• Focuses on practical skills, knowledge and professional behaviours
• Study alongside apprentices on an established Nursing Associate Apprenticeship
• Hands-on experience and real-world insights into healthcare practice
• Designed for those already working in a caring role

Entry requirements

Scholarships

• Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships

  A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.

• International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship

  Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

  Up to £1,000

• Placement Bursary Initiative

  The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.

• The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)

  Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.

  Up to £3,000

• Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)

  Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).

  Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

• Nursing Associate
• Registered Nursing Associate in NHS hospitals
• Community Nursing Associate
• Nursing Associate in care homes
• Mental Health Nursing Associate

Cost of study

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.