University of Greater Manchester
Deane Road
Bolton
BL3 5AB
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Course summary
In December 2024, the University of Bolton was granted permission by the Office for Students (OfS) to change its name to the University of Greater Manchester with immediate effect. While we work to update our systems, you may see both names used in the information we provide.
Offered in partnership with local NHS Foundation Trusts and other healthcare organisations, the University of Greater Manchester's BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) degree aims to give you the experience and skills to join this demanding yet deeply rewarding career. By choosing nursing you can help to make positive influences to health and wellbeing by utilising taught theoretical knowledge whilst demonstrating this in clinical practice during supported placements.
The University of Greater Manchester's BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) degree, offered in partnership with local NHS Foundation Trusts and other healthcare organisations, is designed to prepare you for a successful career caring for people over 18. Once qualified, there are significant opportunities for professional development and role progression over time within the healthcare sector.
You'll spend 50% of your time in practice learning experience at our partner trust, and studying at the University will complement and enhance your learning in the workplace. We'll support you as you learn to care for adults with acute and long-term illnesses, in hospital and at home, and gain expertise in health promotion and disease prevention.
Together with our partner trusts, we'll work to prepare you to become a confident, professional nurse able to deliver and lead adult care within an ever-changing health and social care environment. On successfully completing the nursing qualification, you'll possess the knowledge, skills and behaviours you need to perform as an independent, highly competent, compassionate nurse who can be trusted to maintain professional standards and protect the public.
If you're an ambitious nursing associate or assistant practitioner, you may be able to join this course at Level 2 (HE5) and top-up your existing foundation degree to achieve the BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) in two years or less. This is a popular route for healthcare practitioners that recognises and values prior learning and experience. The top-up option is a well-recognised pathway to career advancement.
You will be based in a single Trust for the duration of your course and will likely study at the closest Trust to your home address but this open to discussion at interview. We work with the following NHS Foundation Trusts.
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Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
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Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
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Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Modules
Information about the modules offered as part of this course is available on the University of Greater Manchester’s website.
Assessment method
Details of the learning activities and assessment methods for this course are available on the University of Greater Manchester’s website.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
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:
- B790
- Institution code:
- B44
- Campus name:
- University of Greater Manchester Main Site, Bolton
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Greater Manchester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
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:
- B790
- Institution code:
- B44
- Campus name:
- University of Greater Manchester Main Site, Bolton
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsInternational applicants
This course may be open to international applicants. Please check the University of Greater Manchester's website for the latest information.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. Health and social care and biology-related subjects are preferred.
You must also have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent), including English, Mathematics and, preferably, a Science subject. Please contact us for a list of acceptable GCSE equivalents.
Qualifications gained outside England and Wales will be assessed on an individual basis according to guidance by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
If you have successfully completed an FdSc Nursing Associate programme approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council or FdA Health and Social Care (Assistant Practitioner) qualification, you may be eligible to apply for exemptions toward the BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult). If you apply to join the degree at Level 2 (HE5), you may make a claim for recognition of prior learning (RPL) up to a maximum of 50% of the programme. Please note that you'll be required to produce a portfolio of evidence for this RPL claim, in line with the University’s policy and regulations for the recognition of prior learning.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Admission tests
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Health checks
- Interview
- You'll be asked to attend an interview if your application is successfully short-listed. The interview process will involve face-to-face or online interviews with academic staff, practice staff and possibly people with lived experience and carers (PLECs).
- Other
- Please note that this course is subject to the University's Fitness to Practice declaration.
- Institutions Own Test (IOT)
- You'll also be assessed on your values, behaviours, communication and problem-solving skills. We're seeking students who can demonstrate commitment to a nursing career, have excellent communication skills, and are caring, compassionate, and courageous.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | If English isn’t your first language you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent). |
We also accept a range of other English language qualifications – please visit our English Language Requirements web page for more details. https://www.bolton.ac.uk/international/international-general-entry-requirements/
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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