Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Connect nursing theory with supervised clinical learning.
- Develop safe assessment, communication and care-planning skills.
- Prepare for accountable practice within health services.
Anglia Ruskin University · Cambridge
BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult)
An NMC-validated degree that trains students in person-centred adult nursing, with placements in either primary care or acute hospital settings. Offered in Cambridge, Chelmsford, King's Lynn and Peterborough. Entry involves an interview, DBS check and occupational health clearance.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Registered nurse
- Community health practitioner
- Clinical specialist
- Health-service leader
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- Interview, DBS check and occupational health clearance required; see course page for academic requirements
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Two GCE A-Level passes (or local Sri Lankan A-Levels) at grade C or above in relevant subjects, or a recognised foundation programme. ARU College offers foundation and first-year routes for students who do not qualify.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no element below 5.5
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Anglia Ruskin University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on aru.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Anglia Ruskin University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.