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Nursing BSc
BSc · 3 Years · Full-time · 07/09/2026 · UndergraduateQueen Margaret University
Course summary
This three-year BSc Nursing course (subject to validation) will prepare you to become a confident, compassionate, and critically thinking nurse, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and leadership qualities required for a successful and rewarding career in healthcare. On completion, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Adult Nurse.
You will engage in practice learning experiences (PLEs) in a variety of healthcare settings, supported by experienced clinical mentors and academic staff. These PLEs will allow you to apply theory to practice and develop the confidence to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred care.
This course allows you to graduate and become a qualified nurse within only three years, rather than the four years required for the Master of Nursing or BSc (Hons) Nursing. The entry requirements are lower for this route, so applicants may be eligible for this who are not eligible for either of the other routes. You will qualify with an Ordinary Degree at SCQF Level 9, whereas the BSc (Hons) Nursing awards an Honours Degree at SCQF Level 10, and the MNurse awards a Master’s degree at SCQF Level 11.
Why QMU?
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Accelerated route to a nursing degree: Complete your degree in three years while meeting all NMC requirements for theory and practice hours.
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Practice-Focused: Gain extensive clinical experience through diverse practice learning experiences (PLEs) across NHS and community settings.
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Learning and teaching methods to help prepare you for practice: Active Learning: Engage in simulation-based education, critical inquiry, and reflective practice to prepare for real-world challenges.
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You will be career-ready: Graduate with the skills, confidence, and professional registration to work as an Adult Nurse in the UK and internationally.
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Specialist facilities to enhance your learning: Your theoretical learning will be complemented with practice in our Clinical Simulation Suite.
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Supportive learning environment: Small classes mean you will benefit from individual support from our highly experienced course team.
Modules
The course is currently in development. Module information will be added here once confirmed.
Assessment method
The course is currently in development. Module information will be added here once confirmed.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
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:
- B760
- Institution code:
- Q25
- Campus name:
- Queen Margaret University
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Successful completion of year 1 of Nursing Degree (including evidence of 600 clinical placement hours completed)
Level 1 Diploma in Higher Education - Nursing route+
HNC Healthcare Practice (with A in graded unit) through West Lothian College or Borders College (including evidence of 600 clinical placement hours completed)
All entry into Y2 is considered on a case by case basis and is not guaranteed.
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BB - CDD
BB or CDD
It would be preferred that all combinations of qualifications include a science and discursive subject at the higher level e.g. A Level. Applicants without this, must have achieved GCSE English and a Science subject at grade C or above. Maths is also required at GCSE C/4 or above or equivalent.
Scottish Higher - BBC
It would be preferred that all combinations of qualifications include a science and discursive subject at the higher level such as Scottish Higher or A Level. Applicants without this, must have achieved National 5 English and a Science subject at grade C or above. Maths is also required at National 5 C or above or equivalent. We can also accept National 5 Application of Maths or Lifeskills at the same grade.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Scottish Higher - BCC
It would be preferred that all combinations of qualifications include a science and discursive subject at the higher level such as Scottish Higher or A Level. Applicants without this, must have achieved National 5 English and a Science subject at grade C or above. Maths is also required at National 5 C or above or equivalent. We can also accept National 5 Application of Maths or Lifeskills at the same grade.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Health checks
- Interview
- Applicants will be required to attend a campus event or online event where travel to the campus will not be possible.
- Other
- Those under 18 will required to have a risk assessment to go out on placement if joining the course.
English language requirements
IELTS of 7.0 (with no component below 7.0 for reading, speaking and listening, and 6.5 for writing)
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
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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 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17325 | Year 1 |
| International | £17325 | 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
For the 2026 intake, students from England, Northern Ireland, Wales and Republic of Ireland will be charged for the first three years of study and the fourth year is free. For the 2027 intake onwards, tuition fees will be due to be charged for all four years of study.
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