New to Nursing / Pre-Registration Nursing

For students wishing to become a qualified nurse we offer the BSc (Hons) Nursing. This qualification allows you to practice as a nurse and to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Please click on the course link above to find out about the course.     

Qualification	BSc (Hons) Nursing - (Adult/Child/Mental Health)
Awarding Body	University of Bradford
Attendance	Full time
Interview	Includes group discussion and interview, numeracy and literacy test
Frequency and Duration	3 years 45 weeks per year - course starts September each year
Employment Prospects	82% of 2010 graduates found employment within 6 months of graduating
Clinical Placements	Requires shift work. Usually undertaken within a local trust.

Funding

Fees are not payable for students on NHS funded courses who meet residency criteria. If you are studying on a BSc (Hons) Nursing course you will  also be eligible for a  non means tested grant of £1000 and a means tested bursary each year. There are also additional allowances available for dependents. You will also be able to apply for a reduced student loan. 

For details of current bursary rates and more information visit www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students

If you are offered a place on a nursing course, we will initiate the bursary process for you. 

How to Apply

Applications for the BSc (Hons) Nursing are made via UCAS (University and Colleges Admissions Service). You should apply online at http://www.ucas.com (telephone 0870 1122211).