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.
University of Chester · Chester
Nursing Studies (International Top-up) BSc (Hons)
A one-year top-up for nurses who hold a nursing diploma from outside the UK, building their skills towards UK practice standards. It helps prepare for the NMC Test of Competence. Taught at University Centre Birkenhead.
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
- Registration as a nurse overseas, a Diploma in Nursing (equivalent to UK level 5) and current nursing experience
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Recognised bachelor's degree (2010 onwards) with GPA 3.0 or above; courses requiring a 2:1 have higher equivalencies
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no element below 5.5 (NMC registration needs 7.0 in each skill)
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Chester.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on chester.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 University of Chester before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.