Adult Nursing

Adult Nursing at the University of Suffolk is a comprehensive and dynamic program designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare. This degree equips students with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and professional attributes needed to provide high-quality nursing care to adults across a variety of settings. The curriculum combines theoretical learning with extensive clinical practice, ensuring graduates are confident and competent in delivering compassionate patient-centered care. Throughout the course, students will explore core topics such as anatomy and physiology, health assessment, disease management, pharmacology, mental health, and ethical considerations in nursing. The program emphasizes the development of critical thinking, communication skills, and teamwork, which are vital for effective practice in complex healthcare environments.

Students will have opportunities to undertake placements in diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals, community clinics, and specialized care units, fostering real-world experience and understanding of healthcare delivery systems. The faculty comprises experienced practitioners and academic experts committed to supporting students’ educational journey and professional growth. The University of Suffolk’s state-of-the-art facilities and simulation labs provide a safe environment for practicing clinical skills before transitioning into real-world settings. The adult nursing program is also aligned with professional standards set by regulatory bodies, ensuring graduates meet the necessary criteria for registration as a qualified nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a nurse with the NMC and can pursue a variety of career pathways, including hospital wards, community health teams, mental health services, and specialized clinics. The program fosters a spirit of lifelong learning, encouraging students to continually develop their skills and knowledge throughout their professional careers. With a focus on compassionate care, evidence-based practice, and patient safety, the Adult Nursing program at the University of Suffolk prepares students to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities. Graduates leave equipped with the confidence and competence to meet the growing healthcare demands of society and to advance in their nursing careers.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline UK or any other EU country - 15 January ; International - 30 June Tuition fee

• EUR 9550 Year (EEA)
• EUR 12530 Year (Non-EEA)

UK/EU Fees Students starting at UCS from September 2012 will be charged £8000 for a full-time Bachelors degree or £7500 for a full-time Foundation degree. Tuition fees for full-time International Study: Classroom-based 10,500 GBP (£) Laboratory-based 12,600 GBP (£)

Start date September 2015 Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test

• English

Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time

Course Content

There are two 22 week semesters in each of the three years each of which 50% is practice and 50% is theory. The first year (Foundation Studies) concerns learning the fundamentals of caring both theoretical and practical. The second and third years are field specific learning to manage and lead the care firstly of individuals and then of small groups in a range of settings within the community, including primary care, and in a full range of settings in the acute environment.

Students will gain experience in a wide range of clinical and community settings. All must be prepared to work evenings and weekends in practice and on occasion travel to placement will be required.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 CAE score : 75(Grade B) TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

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Requirements

English language requirements

All students need to be able to understand and express themselves in both written and spoken English. Students whose first language is not English will need to take a recognised English Language test in advance of commencing a course at UCS and before the Confirmation of Acceptance (CAS) letter is issued for visa purposes.
UCS accepts a range of English qualifications, with the following standards required:
IELTS (academic version): 6.0 for all degrees, apart from Diagnostic Radiography,Radiotherapy and Oncology, ODP and all Pre-Registration Nursing and Midwifery courses that require 7.0. Postgraduate courses generally require between 6.5 and 7.0.
TOEFL: 550 on paper-based test; 213 on computer-based test; or 79-80 on the internet-based test for all degrees
Pearson Test of English Academic - Minimum score of 50 is required
Cambridge Proficiency Certificate: Grade C; Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: Grade B
GCE O-level or GCSE English Language/Use of English: Grade C
Test in English for Educational Purposes (TEEP) International Baccalaureate English Grade B (standard level).
Hong Kong Certificate of English Education

Typical Offer:

BSc (Hons):

280 UCAS tariff points. Five GCSEs grade A-C including Mathematics and English, (or equivalent)

Health and Criminal Record Bureau checks will be completed as required by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University Campus Suffolk.

Funding

National Scholarship Programme

As part of the new student finance system, students with households incomes under £25,000 per year will benefit from a new National Scholarship Programme. This new scheme is targeted towards students who most need financial help.
The National Scholarship is funded jointly by the Government and Universities. UCS has been awarded a number of National Scholarships which students can apply for Suffolk Access Champion Scheme
The Suffolk Access Champion Scheme will be open to eligible students currently studying at a Suffolk State Sixth form, College or Academy, and applying to study at UCS on a full-time undergraduate degree programme in 2012-13.
The Suffolk Access Champion will work over two years mentoring Year 10 and 11 students to encourage progression on to higher education.

Scholarships for international students

UCS offers a generous scholarship scheme for all undergraduate students paying international fees.
All international students that are offered and have firmly accepted a place on a full-time undergraduate Foundation or Honours degree course at UCS by the 30 September for the year of entry, will be eligible for a scholarship of £1,000 per year for the duration of their course. This scholarship will be awarded each year once annual fees have been paid in full.
Please note that any international students accepted on a course that requires a practice placement with a Primary Care Trust, for example Nursing, Midwifery or Radiography, will incur an additional £3000 fee per each year of study (this excludes all British Islands students except the Falkland Islands).

The Bachelor of Science in Adult Nursing at the University of Suffolk is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare. The program focuses on developing the essential skills and knowledge required to provide high-quality nursing care to adult patients across a variety of healthcare settings. Students will learn through a combination of theoretical studies, practical placements, and simulation exercises, ensuring they gain real-world experience alongside academic learning. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics including human anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, mental health, acute and chronic illness management, and ethical considerations in nursing practice. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills, which are vital for effective patient care. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice and encourages students to engage in lifelong learning to stay current with advances in healthcare. Clinical placements are arranged in diverse settings such as hospitals, community clinics, and residential care homes, providing students with exposure to different aspects of nursing practice. The university collaborates closely with local healthcare providers to ensure placements are meaningful and tailored to student learning objectives. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and practice as registered adult nurses. The university provides dedicated support services including academic advising, peer mentoring, and career guidance to help students succeed throughout their studies and transition into professional roles. The program aims to address current healthcare challenges by producing compassionate, competent, and adaptable nurses capable of making a positive impact on patient outcomes and the wider healthcare system.