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Email:admissions@rgu.ac.uk
Phone:01224 262728
Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
Nursing (Adult)
- Bachelor of Science
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- 7 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- 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.
Modules
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
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
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelCC
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.
English, Maths and a science subject are required at GCSE grade 5 or above if not held at A-Level.
T LevelP
in a relevant subject. English, Maths and a science subject required at GCSE grade 5.
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish HNCPass
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.
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 HNDPass
HND in a related subject e.g. Healthcare Practice, Social Services, Applied Science, Social Sciences
Scottish HigherBCC
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.
English, Maths or Applications of Maths and a science subject are required at National 5 Grade C or above if not held at Higher.
Access to HE DiplomaMerit: 45 Pass: 15
In a relevant subject plus GCSE/National 5 Maths and science 5/C.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 24
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.
English, Maths and a science subject are required at Standard Level grade 3 if not held at Higher.
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.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)Pass
May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3H3H4
Higher English and a science subject are recommended.
English, Maths and a science subject are required at O3 if not held at Higher.
English, Maths and a science subject are required at O3 if not held at Higher.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical 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.
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
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
- Health Checks
- Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | All applicants whose first language is not English are required to have an Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System) overall score of 7.0 with a score of 7.0 in all elements apart from writing where minimum score is 6.5. Appropriate equivalents will be considered. |
We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more at the URL providedhttps://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.
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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Historical entry grades report
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | |
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9535* | |
| EU & International | £17080* |
* 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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