Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing)

UCAS code: B740

Here's what Aston University, Birmingham says about its Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing) course.

Our BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing) course aligns to the key principles of the NHS Constitution, derived from extensive discussions with staff, patients and the public. These principles inspire passion in the NHS, and provide a common ground for cooperation in achieving shared aspirations, at all levels of the NHS.

At Aston you’ll learn in an inter-professional way, developing the theoretical and practical skills you'll need to be able to register as a nurse, specialising in adult care. When you successfully complete the course, you will be eligible to register as an adult nurse with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council).

Why study Nursing at Aston?

• NMC approval – the programme is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

• Triple Gold TEF rating - Aston University received the highest rating for teaching quality (TEF 2023).

• Extensive patient contact – Benefit from extensive patient contact throughout the course through integrated clinical hospital and community placements.

• Cutting-edge facilities - Train in our state-of-the-art clinical skills centre, complete with hospital simulation suites and the latest medical equipment.

Clinical Placements

Integrated clinical placements are a key part of the course. Aston works with key regional NHS Trust partners, such as:

• Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust • The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust • Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust • The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust • Marie Curie West Midlands Hospice

Facilities

Nursing students have access to a range of specialist facilities that reflect the hands-on learning within the field. In these settings, you gain practical experience alongside like-minded students, a multidisciplinary team of lecturers, industry professionals, and expert technicians.

• Clinical simulation environments to practise real scenarios on lifelike adult manikins and actors. Our new £1.5 m nursing wards for student clinical learning opened in 2025. • Anatomy and physiology anatomical models that help you learn about the structure and function of the human body. • Libraries and study spaces are available 24 hours a day and offer students access to a wide range of resources, including books, journals, databases, and online learning materials.

This three-year course runs over 45 weeks each year. There are three year-long modules, incorporating both theory and practice.

The BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse, Adult Nursing) programme is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), which means that on successful completion of your studies, you’ll have the academic requirements needed to register to work as an adult nurse.

For a full list of modules and course objectives, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/nursing-studies-registered-nurse-adult-nursing-bsc/

You will be assessed through a combination of written and oral examinations, class tests, individual and group coursework, projects, presentations, and practical assessments.

The assessment strategy is designed to match the module aims and learning outcomes and will provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate practical skills, knowledge, and written and verbal communication skills. Assessments follow the same approach in years 1, 2 and 3 so that you can understand what assessment to expect, and be able to prepare accordingly. Our approach to assessments increases opportunities for employability, as it maximises the opportunity to practise skills that are expected in the working environment, such as presenting information and performing clinical skills competently.

Academic assessment will be completed alongside practice-based proficiencies, in order to achieve the criteria set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, (NMC 2018). Progression will be confirmed by the practice assessor and the assigned academic assessor. Students must pass all summative assessments and professionalism to pass the course. Professionalism will include assessment of attendance, engagement and professional conduct.

On successful completion of the programme, you will be able to apply for registration with The Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Registered Nurse (Adult). We prepare you to be a confident, autonomous practitioner, driven and committed to advocating and meeting the needs of patients and their families.

The BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse, Adult Nursing) programme is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), which means that on successful completion of your studies, you’ll have the academic requirements needed to register to work as an adult nurse.