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Nursing (Adult Nursing)

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • January 2026
  • Undergraduate
University of Greenwich (Avery Hill Campus)
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Course summary

Adult nurses provide a constant source of support and care to patients.

Our degree in adult nursing prepares you for the challenging role and responsibilities of a registered nurse. You'll be working in the NHS serving south-east London and Kent.

We provide you with the skills to meet the varying needs of patients and their families. This will include experience in the hospital, independent sector and the home. Our adult nursing course combines a thorough understanding of theory and practical application, preparing you for work in a variety of environments. You will acquire accountability for the important role you will play in a patient's life.

Our adult nursing course makes you eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and will help you achieve the outcomes identified in the NMC Standards Framework for Pre-registration Nursing Programmes (2019). All nursing students on courses from September 2020 will benefit from guaranteed, additional support of at least £5,000 a year, which they will not need to pay back. See more information.

What you should know about this course:

  • Our nursing courses are in the top 4 among nursing schools in London (The Complete University Guide 2025).

  • Nursing and Midwifery at Greenwich is ranked joint 2nd in London for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide League Tables 2025).

  • Nursing students may benefit from additional support of at least £5,000 a year to help with living costs.

  • You will be placed in an NHS trust for the three-year course, although you will have the opportunity to change your placement area for part of Year 3.

  • You will be able to practice and develop your skills and knowledge in our brand-new simulation suite.

Modules

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

Assessment method

Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Nursing and Midwifery Council

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University of Greenwich (Avery Hill Campus)

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • January 2026

Apply by
29 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:
B730
Institution code:
G70
Campus name:
University of Greenwich (Avery Hill Campus)
Campus Code:
A
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2

University of Greenwich has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
29 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:
B730
Institution code:
G70
Campus name:
University of Greenwich (Avery Hill Campus)
Campus Code:
A

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
112 points

We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE Mathematics at grade 4/C and GCSE English Language at grade 4/C. Equivalent qualifications may be considered.

We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.

We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met. For further information, please see our Contextual Admissions policy.

If you don't meet the entry criteria as detailed above, please consider our Certificate of Higher Education in Nursing and Allied Health Studies course (B729).

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Applicants will be required to pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Health checks
Applicants will be required to Complete a Suitability Declaration and pass an Occupational Health check.
Interview
Suitable applicants will be required to attend an interview. Find out more about this requirement on our website: https://www.gre.ac.uk/study/after-you-apply/interview
Other
Applicants will be required to provide an academic or professional reference and demonstrate an interest in, and understanding of, the programme they are applying to within the personal statement. Applicants are also encouraged to obtain appropriate healthcare experience through work shadowing or observation either voluntary or paid.

English language requirements

We accept a wide range of English language qualifications. For our English entry requirements, please click on the link below.https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses

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.

Our vision is to deliver Education Without Boundaries by proactively supporting students to achieve their ambitions which is reflected in the wide range of grades we accept and our contextual admissions policy. Our commitment to supporting our students to succeed is demonstrated in our Gold rated Teaching Excellence Framework.

We accept a wide range and combination of qualifications, many of which are not included in the data below. Learn more about our approach to admissions on our website.

Learn more on the University of Greenwich website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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.

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We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear

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

The Department for Education has indicated that it intends to raise the Home tuition fee limit from £9,250 to £9,535 for 2025/26.

These fees are currently set for 2025/26 entry. For more information, please visit: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees

Sponsorship information

We understand that the transition to University for Undergraduate students can be daunting and confusing when it comes to finances. The University of Greenwich has a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support measures to support students that require it most. More information can be found on our website at www.greenwich.ac.uk/finance/funding-your-studies

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