BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing (Degree Apprenticeship) 4-year
University of SuffolkIpswich, United Kingdom
Course overview
This programme is delivered as a 2-year top-up apprenticeship route via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), with applicants entering at Level 5 on the basis of a relevant Foundation Degree (or equivalent). | This course will enable you to develop the knowledge, attitude, and skills necessary to register as an Adult Nurse. Nursing is an ever-evolving profession, making adaptability and resilience crucial components of this course. It focuses on equipping you with the ability to navigate new situations effectively. | The course is divided into theoretical (50%) and practical components (50%).
The practical learning and assessments occur in a variety of clinical placements. The course's design has been and will continue to be determined through close collaborative relationships between the University of Suffolk, Service Partners, and Service Users. The program's purpose is to facilitate your development in order to meet the requirements for registration as an Adult Nurse with the Nursing
Key highlights
- Prepares you to meet requirements for registration as an Adult Nurse
- Equal split of theoretical study and practical learning
- Practical learning and assessment across a variety of clinical placements
- Designed collaboratively with Service Partners and Service Users
- Two-year top-up route entering at Level 5 via prior learning
- Builds adaptability and resilience for an evolving profession
Entry requirements
- A-level: CCC — A-Level: CCC
- BTEC: MMM — BTEC: MMM
- T-level: Pass — at Grade C or above
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
- Additional condition: minimum_age — 19+ · For those aged 19 or over, any outstanding English and Maths requirements are determined by the employer in line with apprenticeship regulations.
- Additional condition: occupational_health — Satisfactory Occupational Health check
- Additional condition: dbs_check — Satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Staff Nurse
- Community Nurse
- District Nurse
- Practice Nurse
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 University of Suffolk, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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