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.
Queen Margaret University · Edinburgh (Musselburgh)
BSc Nursing
A three-year pre-registration nursing degree building the clinical knowledge, skills and leadership needed for registered nurse practice. The programme develops evidence-based care, clinical decision-making, communication, safeguarding and professional practice. At undergraduate level, the course develops subject knowledge progressively alongside practical, analytical and transferable skills.
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
- A levels BB/CDD
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- GCE A Levels, IB or other recognised qualifications accepted; relevant diploma holders may get advanced entry to year 2 or 3. Exact grades vary by course
- English (IELTS)
- 7.0 overall, with no component below 7.0 in reading, speaking and listening (see course page for writing)
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Queen Margaret 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 qmu.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 Queen Margaret University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.