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 the West of England (UWE Bristol) · Bristol
BSc(Hons) Nursing (Adult)
A practice-focused pre-registration nursing degree based at the Glenside Campus, mixing university study with clinical placements to prepare students for registration as adult nurses.
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; applicants must be 18 before placements start; enhanced DBS and health check required
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan A-levels are accepted as comparable to UK A-levels; course tariff points apply (e.g. 112-120 UCAS points). Students who fall short can take a foundation or international year one at UWE's International College.
- English (IELTS)
- 7.0 overall, minimum 6.5 in writing and 7.0 in all other sections
- English alternatives
- Cambridge GCE O Level English Language grade C or above is listed as meeting the English requirement; some courses ask for more.
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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 the West of England (UWE Bristol).
- 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 courses.uwe.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 the West of England (UWE Bristol) before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.