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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Nursing (Adult)
Nottingham Trent University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Nursing (Adult) course at Nottingham Trent University.
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A level
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)
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Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Nottingham Trent University. These students are taking Nursing (Adult) or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | D |
| Biology | B |
| Chemistry | C |
| Sociology | B |
| History | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: B740
Here's what Nottingham Trent University says about its Nursing (Adult) course.
Nurses are compassionate, committed, and a critical part of our communities, and becoming a nurse may be your lifelong ambition; whether you're coming from school, college or a work environment. However you've come to this decision, NTU is the place to be.
Adult nursing offers a unique opportunity to work with people across the lifespan. Every adult is unique and they may encounter a wide variety of health issues, and sometimes many at the same time. Our degree programme ensures that by the time you quality, you'll have the skills, knowledge and professionalism to deliver high standards of Evidence-Based Care that promotes your critical thinking, problem-solving, and compassion.
We also offer:
BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons) Nursing (Learning Disabilities) You can also join this course by progressing from our Level 5 Nursing Associate Apprenticeship. At NTU this route is known as R2RN.
Why study Nursing at NTU?
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You'll taught by a dynamic team of lecturers who are also qualified nurses. Becoming a nurse is an exciting journey we are privileged to take you on.
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The course is delivered 50% at University, and 50% in a wide range of clinical practice areas.
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Our amazing facilities in the Health and Allied Professions Centre allow you to learn effectively and become part of the NTU Nursing community.
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Service users and carers are involved in the development of our curriculum and take part in face-to-face sessions.
Our nursing degree isn’t just distinguished by the amount of time you’ll spend on placement – it’s how early those placements opportunities arrive on your course. From the outset, we’ll ensure you’re in hands-on, practice-based environments, supporting local healthcare providers and putting your theoretical skills to the test. Alongside the "interprofessional" nature of our teaching – which connects you with experts from across the sector, broadening your skills and knowledge – you’ll have the perfect grounding in adult nursing.
Source: Nottingham Trent University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Social Sciences
Location
Clifton Campus | Nottingham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Adult nursing
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| EU | £17,950 per year |
| International | £17,950 per year |
The modules you will study
Year 1 - Core Modules:
Introduction to Nursing Practice, Integrative Nursing Practice, Foundations of Applied Nursing Practice.
Year 2 - Core Modules:
Evidence in Nursing Practice, Biopsychosocial Approaches in Nursing Practice, Applied Nursing Practice in Complex Care.
Year 3 - Core Modules:
Innovating and Improving Healthcare Practice, Leadership in Nursing, Managing Applied Nursing Care.
How you will be assessed
The majority of your work will be assessed through a variety of written work such as coursework-based essays, a research diary and a dissertation in your final year. You’ll also be assessed through examinations, presentations, an Observed Structured Clinical Exam and a Practice Assessment document which will be achieved across the three placements each year.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Nottingham Trent University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Nottingham Trent University students who took the Nursing (Adult) course - or another course in the same subject area.
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Teaching on my course
84%
med
Teaching on my course
84%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
90%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
91%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
81%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
73%
low
Learning opportunities
84%
med
Learning opportunities
84%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
86%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
85%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
92%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
79%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
78%
med
Assessment and feedback
82%
med
Assessment and feedback
82%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
75%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
83%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
80%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
92%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
81%
med
Academic support
78%
med
Academic support
78%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
75%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
80%
med
Organisation and management
60%
med
Organisation and management
60%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
67%
med
How well organised is your course?
53%
med
Learning resources
92%
med
Learning resources
92%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
90%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
95%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
med
Student voice
72%
med
Student voice
72%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
64%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
79%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
73%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
80%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
83%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
81%
med
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
75%
low
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
83%
med
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
94%
high
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
85%
high
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
72%
low
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
70%
low
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