Taught course

Adult Nursing (pre-registration)

Institution
University of Southampton · Health Sciences
Qualifications
PGDip

Entry requirements

UK 2.2 Bachelor Hons degree or above or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University, GCSE English language and maths 4-9 or A*-C. You will be required to successfully complete a Recognition of Prior Learning as a condition of entry to the programme. Subject to satisfactory health and DBS checks. You must submit evidence of: 990 hours of relevant theoretical learning from your first degree or employment and 110 hours of practice worked in a healthcare environment under the supervision of a registered healthcare professional.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Become a Nurse in just two years on this fast track, graduate entry programme designed for graduates from any degree. Upon completion, you’ll be able to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Nurse (Adult).

You’ll by taught by experts, joining a community ranked 3rd in the UK for Nursing (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024). You’ll learn in our new and state-of-the-art facilities, and in the real world on practice placements in varied settings and roles.

You’ll develop the expertise needed to transform the health and wellbeing of adults, learning to make complex decisions, evaluate practice, coordinate care, and advocate for your patients' needs.

If you are already a qualified Nurse, this course can also help you if you want a second field of registration.

Information for international students

This course is not usually available for EU and International students who have not completed prior study in UK.

Fees and funding

International students
Not open to international applications

Please see our website for fee information

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PGDip
    full time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences
Email
enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Phone
+44(0)23 8059 5000