FdSc Nursing Associate

The FdSc Nursing Associate programme at University College Birmingham (UCB) prepares students to work as qualified nursing associates at academic level 5, supporting registered nurses and delivering high-quality patient care. The course covers key areas such as principles of nursing, anatomy, physiology, mental health, and professional practice.

Students learn through lectures, workshops, clinical skills sessions, and practical placements in real healthcare environments. They will be supported by academic assessors, practice assessors, and practice supervisors and will be assessed using reports, professional discussions, reflective assignments, practice-based assessments called OSCEs, and healthcare numeracy tests.

University College Birmingham (UCB) is a well-established institution in England, UK, with over 10,000 students from around 90 countries. The institution is known for applied learning, close connections with industry, and providing hands-on experience and career-focused training.

UCB specialises in vocational courses and offers many other undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in areas such as Adult Nursing, Physiotherapy, Finance and Accounting, Health & Social Care, Law, and the Arts. The institution also offers higher-level apprenticeships and invests in excellent facilities that allow students to train using realistic tools, enhancing both skill development and the overall student experience.

For entry into the FdSc Nursing Associate at University College Birmingham, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Grade Requirements:

• A minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from qualifications such as one A-level with a grade D or above.
• BTEC National Award: Grade M.

English Language Requirements:

• IELTS: Overall score of 7.0, with a minimum of 7.0 in reading, listening, and speaking, and a minimum of 6.5 in writing.

The tuition fee for the FdSc Nursing Associate programme at University College Birmingham for international students during the 2025/2026 academic year is £16,000.

University College Birmingham offers several scholarships and financial support options that reward academic achievement and provide financial assistance to deserving students. These include:

• Vice Chancellor’s Award – supports outstanding international students.
• Sustainable Development Scholarship
• Dean’s Award
• Early Action Scholarship – available to all new international students who meet payment deadlines.
• Women in Leadership Scholarship – celebrates international women students.
• Continuation Scholarship – available for all returning international undergraduate students.
• Short Course Alumni Scholarship

After completing a BSc in Mental Health Nursing at University College Birmingham (UCB), graduates can pursue various careers as:

• Nursing Associate
• Community Health Assistant
• Clinical Support Worker
• Healthcare Assistant
• Mental Health Support Worker
• Assistant Practitioner

To apply for this course, you can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.