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Nursing (Adult)

Course details
  • BSc
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 07/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site - Aberdeen
Awarded by:
Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen

Course summary

The BSc nursing has been designed to prepare the future nurse for working within today’s health and social care services. This course educates students in the skills, knowledge, and critical ability to provide person-centred care to people who, at any stage of life, may have a range of health challenges.

Students will work with families, communities and individuals to support and promote health and wellbeing. They work in partnership with individuals who experience long-term health challenges to enable self-management and recovery. Student Nurses provide support to individuals at all stages throughout the life cycle, including end of life care. Students may also have the opportunity to attend a conference to participate in a learning abroad experience in either year two or year three.

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:
B742
Institution code:
R36
Campus name:
Main Site - Aberdeen
Campus Code:
-

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 - CC

A-Level English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths and a science subject are required at GCSE grade 5 or above if not held at A-Level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP

Maths, English and a science subject are required at GCSE grade 5.

Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits P: 15 credits

In a relevant subject plus GCSE/National 5 Maths and science 5/C.

Scottish Higher - BCC

Higher English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths or Applications of Maths and a science subject are required at National 5 Grade C or above if not held at Higher.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points

Higher Level English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths and a science subject are required at Standard Level grade 3 if not held at Higher.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H4

Higher English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths and a science subject are required at O3 if not held at Higher.

Scottish HNC - Pass

HNC in a related subject e.g. Healthcare Practice, Social Services, Applied Science, Social Sciences Entry to year 2 may be possible following completion of HNC Healthcare Practice from one of our partner FE colleges. Please contact the admissions office for information.

Scottish HND - Pass

HND in a related subject e.g. Healthcare Practice, Social Services, Applied Science, Social Sciences

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6) - Pass

May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers

T Level - P

in a relevant subject. English, Maths and a science subject required at GCSE grade 5.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Scottish Higher - CCC

Higher English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths or Applications of Maths and a science subject are required at National 5 Grade C or above if not held at Higher.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7Academic IELTS minimum score of 7.0 overall to include a score of 7.0 in each element of speaking, listening and reading. Writing must be achieved at a minimum of 6.5.
Appropriate equivalents will be considered.

Further Information on English language requirements https://www.rgu.ac.uk/english

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.

RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances.

Learn more on the Robert Gordon University website

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.

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Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

81 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

96 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

LocationFeeYear
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
Channel Islands£9535Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£1820Year 1
EU£16500Year 1
International£16500Year 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

The following course-related costs are not included in the course fees: The cost of books that you may wish to purchase, costs associated with your placement / study abroad, accommodation and living costs, printing. Additional Cost for International Fee Paying Students. Approximately £65 for uniforms (including polo shirt for clinical skills). Approximately £300 to £500 for occupational health checks Actual cost will depend on the immunisations required.

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