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Registered Nursing Associate

  • FdSc
  • 2 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
City Campus
Awarded by:
The Nursing and Midwifery Council
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Course summary

The Registered Nursing Associate course is a new direct entry course which will cover the six platforms of care for nursing associates as outlined in the Nursing Associates Proficiency Standards.

The Nursing Associate is a registerable qualification with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. This foundation degree is suitable for either those who are new to healthcare, or experienced healthcare workers looking for a recognised qualification. On completion of the course, you may wish to register as a nursing associate or undertake further education to become a qualified nurse. This degree is a natural progression from the T Level in Health as well as traditional entry routes from Health and Social Care courses.

Your study time will be split 50/50 between theory and clinical practice. You'll be exposed to simulation with the use of our state-of-the-art facilities, where you'll learn clinical skills in a safe environment with highly experienced staff and our Patient, Carer and Public Involvement participants.

This course is subject to approval.

This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • City Campus

Study options

  • FdSc • Full-time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 14/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B745
Institution code:
S84
Campus name:
City Campus
Campus Code:
A
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B745
Institution code:
S84
Campus name:
City Campus
Campus Code:
A

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

This course is not open to international students.

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 76 points

We require GCSE maths and English language at grade C/4 or above or level 2 functional skills in numeracy and literacy. Members of the Armed Forces will also require maths and English, however, the Level 3 qualification can be replaced with evidence of relevant clinical experience and in-house training.

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The cost of the DBS check is covered by the University
Health checks
A health declaration form. Here, you must demonstrate that you're of good health, good character, and can satisfactorily pass occupational health screening. In addition, you'll be required to attend an Occupational Health Assessment with an NHS Trust. The University will, taking into account current NMC regulations, make any reasonable adjustments if required.
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Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Please refer to our website for course tuition fees - https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/

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