University of Sunderland

BSc (Hons) Professional Practice

University of SunderlandSunderland, United Kingdom

Course overview

BSC (Hons) Professional Practice provides a route for registered nursing and allied healthcare Professionals (AHPs) to gain an undergraduate qualification and award for career enhancement and professional development.

Key highlights

  • Designed for registered nurses and allied health professionals
  • Top-up route to an honours degree for career enhancement
  • Supports continuing professional development for practising clinicians

Entry requirements

The course allows recognition of, and Accreditation of Prior Achievement (APA) of a maximum of 240 credits from a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in HE. | Professionals who have previously studied at the University as part of their CPD have the potential for further

Accreditation of Prior Learning

(APL), a maximum of 60 credits. This will be assessed by the Programme Director, and advice will be provided on the individualised pathway to achieve the graduate qualification. | Successful completion of a Diploma in HE or Advanced Diploma in HE (maximum 240 credits) in nursing or another professionally recognised programme will allow access to this course. | For further information and discussion, contact the Programme Director, Jennifer Dent.

Scholarships

  • Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship

    The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.

  • East Durham College Partnership Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • First Choice Travel Award

    This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £500
  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    £6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).

  • Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.

    Up to £1,200
  • Interview Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Open Day Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sunderland College Award

    Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.

  • Tees Valley Travel Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships

    Up to £750.

Careers this course leads to

  • Registered Nurse
  • Senior Staff Nurse
  • Nurse Specialist
  • Allied Health Professional
  • Clinical Team Leader
  • Ward Manager

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,500 per year | International: £19,000 per year

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 Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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