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.
Northumbria University · Newcastle upon Tyne
BSc Nursing Science (Registered Nurse Adult)
Prepares students for registration as adult nurses through study and clinical practice. Fee shown is the published category fee for Nursing, Midwifery and Health courses.
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
- 112 UCAS tariff points
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- GCE Advanced Level accepted for first-year entry as per each course's A-level requirements; GCE O/L may be considered for the International Foundation Programme
- English (IELTS)
- 7.0 overall, minimum 6.5 in writing
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Northumbria 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 northumbria.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 Northumbria University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.