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Nursing Studies
- BNurs (H)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 14/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Central area campus
Course summary
The Bachelor of Nursing (BN) with honours programme reflects global, UK and Scottish perspectives of healthcare. This highly regarded programme allows you to work closely with academic staff who are engaged in international nursing leadership, research and practice.
The programme combines theoretical and clinical skills learning within the University with practice learning experiences. The equal weighting of theory and practice is a defining feature of this degree structure and is required by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Throughout the programme, you will engage in practice learning and experience placement time in a range of community and inpatient settings.
Within the hospital setting, you will engage with varied learning environments. This can include:
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admission to hospital
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emergency care
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critical care
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rehabilitation
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surgical and medical wards or services
As you develop, you will also enjoy time attached to specialist services such as research teams, advanced practitioners, education team and hospital outreach services.
Nursing and Midwifery Council education standards
This programme adheres to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) education standards. These standards are designed to embrace the range of nursing practice, and will help prepare you for the dynamic healthcare environment of the present.
The Bachelor of Nursing with honours degree prepares you for the evolving healthcare landscape. You will gain key skills in:
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critical thinking
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teamwork and leadership
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the ability to innovate and adapt
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clinical skills and proficiency
Upon graduation, and meeting the necessary requirements, you will be eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as an adult nurse.
Programme benefits
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Nursing is an integral part of the University of Edinburgh. You join a vibrant community of more than 40,000 students and have the opportunity to be a part of student societies, arts and sports - a true university experience.
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You will take part in a range of innovative clinical simulation experiences and have the opportunity to learn interprofessionally alongside medical students.
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You will have the option to embark on a four-week clinical elective placement in the UK or abroad. This experience will allow you to either explore global perspectives or develop your understanding of diverse nursing practices in the UK.
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Personalise your learning with the choice of an outside subject in Year 1, and follow your particular interests in different care contexts or approaches through honours options in Years 3 and 4.
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Student support both at the University and in clinical placement is our priority. You benefit from a named Student Adviser and a number of specialist health and wellbeing services.
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You will benefit from being in a research intensive University where you are taught by staff who are engaged with the contemporary issues in nursing through research and practice.
How to apply
This course has limited vacancies, and is no longer accepting applications from some students. See the list below for where you normally live, to check if you're eligible to apply.
- EU does not have vacancies
- Wales has vacancies
- England has vacancies
- International does not have vacancies
- Scotland has vacancies
- Northern Ireland has vacancies
- Republic of Ireland has vacancies
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:
- B700
- Institution code:
- E56
- Campus name:
- Central area campus
- Campus Code:
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Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
ABB. Required subjects: A levels: no specific A Level subjects required. GCSEs: Mathematics and English at C or 4.
Scottish Higher - ABBB
ABBB by end of S5 or AABB/ABBBB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: no specific Higher subjects required. National 5s: English and Mathematics or Applications of Mathematics at C.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
34 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: no specific subjects required. SL: English at 5 and Mathematics at 4.
Some prior experience of working with people is advisable.
Detailed entry requirements, including typical offer levels, and information about other qualifications we accept, are available on the University of Edinburgh’s website. You’ll also find important information on how to apply.
You must submit a fully completed UCAS application that includes details of the qualifications you are taking, including full predicted grades for qualifications not yet completed, your personal statement and your reference.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
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A level - ABB
ABB. Required subjects: A levels: no specific A Level subjects required. GCSEs: Mathematics and English at C or 4.
Scottish Higher - ABBB
ABBB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: no specific Higher subjects required. National 5s: English and Mathematics or Applications of Mathematics at C.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
34 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: no specific subjects required. SL: English at 5 and Mathematics at 4.
Find out more about minimum qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Health checks
- You must undergo hepatitis B immunisation, TB status and an occupational health check before starting the degree. You will also need to meet any NHS Scotland vaccination requirements. There is fitness to practise guidance for people who wish to become nurses. We strongly advise you to make yourself aware of this before you apply. Consult the Higher Educational Occupational Physicians/Practitioners (HEOPS) website for fitness to practice guidelines for this degree. https://heops.org.uk/guidance/
- Interview
- Admission to this degree programme includes an interview process. Further details on the process will be sent to candidates shortlisted for interview.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | total 7.0 with at least 7.0 in each component. We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 100 | total 100 with at least 25 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | total 185 with at least 185 in each component. | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | total 185 with at least 185 in each component. | |
| Trinity ISE | ISE III with passes in all four components. |
You must prove that you can read, write, listen and speak in the English language at a level that will allow you to succeed in your studies. This is the case for all applicants, including UK nationals. You can meet our English language requirements with qualifications from school or an English language test. We accept any of the following, at the specified grade or higher: SQA National 5: English at C;
GCSE: English at C or 4; Level 2 Certificate: English at C; International Baccalaureate (IB) Standard Level: English at 5 (English ab initio is not accepted for entry). Before you apply, check the required subjects for this programme, as you may need a higher English grade to meet the academic requirements. We also accept other qualifications from around the world. If you don’t have school qualifications that meet our requirements, we accept any of the English language tests, at the specified grade or higher, as detailed above. Qualifications from the following English language tests must be no more than two years old from the start date of your programme, regardless of your nationality: IELTS, TOEFL, Oxford ELLT. All other types of English language qualification must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of your programme. If you are a national of a majority English-speaking country or region, as defined by UKVI, there is no time limit on how old these other types of English language qualifications can be.
Full details of our English language requirements can be found on our website: https://study.ed.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry-requirements/english-language
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
The University of Edinburgh welcomes students from the UK and all over the world. We accept a wide range of qualifications and our policies support students with diverse backgrounds and experience. UCAS entry grade data is currently not available for our degrees but we publish admissions statistics on our website. We also provide information on widening access offers and entry requirements.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
Not available
Historical entry grades data is not currently available for The University of Edinburgh - we are working with them to try and make it available soon - learn more.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £38900 | Year 1 |
| International | £38900 | Year 1 |
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
Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.
England/Wales/Northern Ireland - The Rest of UK (RUK) students commencing or continuing their studies in September 2026, the tuition fees will be £9,790. This is subject to Parliamentary approval and is an increase of £255 on the fee rate for academic year 2025-2026.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme
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