Swansea,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing (Swansea) in Swansea United Kingdom | Swansea University
Swansea University
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Swansea United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,450
(c. USD26,027.02)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our globally accredited Adult Nursing degree equips you with the expertise and practical experience needed to build a fulfilling career in this vital healthcare field. This comprehensive three-year BSc program blends academic learning with hands-on practice, teaching you to address the complete healthcare needs of adults across all life stages. You'll master professional competencies to deliver exceptional nursing care in diverse clinical and community environments. Throughout your studies, you'll gain proficiency in evaluating, designing, implementing, and assessing research-based care strategies that enhance adult health for both acute and chronic conditions. The program splits your learning equally between university instruction and real-world healthcare placements. Through our strong partnerships with numerous healthcare providers, you'll gain valuable clinical exposure throughout southwest Wales, including NHS hospitals and community-based settings in both public and private sectors.
Upon completing the program, you'll qualify to register as a Registered Nurse (Adult) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, with eligibility to practice across EU and EEA countries. Career opportunities are outstanding, with 99% of our nursing graduates securing professional or managerial positions within six months (Destination of Leavers Study, 2018). Entry-level nurses can anticipate starting salaries around £24,214, progressing to £43,772 for senior staff nurses, while specialized nurses and practice managers may earn upwards of £45,000.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Typical A-level Offer
Minimum BBB at A level. Health or science-related courses are desirable.
Typical Access to HE Offer
24 Distinctions, 18 Merits, 3 Passes
Typical BTEC Offer
DDM
Typical Welsh BACC Offer
B and BB at A level or DD at BTEC
Irish Leaving Certificate - 360
A minimum of five grade A-C GCSE passes including Welsh/English language, Maths and a Physical Science or Double Award Science are required.
In certain circumstances Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number will be accepted in lieu of GCSE Mathematics and Key Skills Level 2 in Communication will be accepted in lieu of GCSE Welsh/English Language, if undertaken since September 2015.
You will also need to demonstrate:
A strong educational profile in the previous three to five years
A detailed understanding of and commitment to Adult Nursing
Care experience is helpful but not essential
You will be expected to participate in group discussions, teamwork and individual tasks during interviews
There is no advantage in applying to both Swansea and Carmarthen and we advise only applying to your preferred location.
If you are offered a place you will also need:
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, or approved equivalent
An Occupational Health Check
You should also familiarise yourself with the NHS Wales Values and Standards of Behaviour.
If you are an international student:
IELTS score
Please ensure you have an IELTS score of 7.0 with 7.0 in all components before starting the programme (this is an NMC requirement). You will only be interviewed if you already have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall and in each component.
TOEFL (IBT) - 96
Minimum BBB at A level. Health or science-related courses are desirable.
Typical Access to HE Offer
24 Distinctions, 18 Merits, 3 Passes
Typical BTEC Offer
DDM
Typical Welsh BACC Offer
B and BB at A level or DD at BTEC
Irish Leaving Certificate - 360
A minimum of five grade A-C GCSE passes including Welsh/English language, Maths and a Physical Science or Double Award Science are required.
In certain circumstances Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number will be accepted in lieu of GCSE Mathematics and Key Skills Level 2 in Communication will be accepted in lieu of GCSE Welsh/English Language, if undertaken since September 2015.
You will also need to demonstrate:
A strong educational profile in the previous three to five years
A detailed understanding of and commitment to Adult Nursing
Care experience is helpful but not essential
You will be expected to participate in group discussions, teamwork and individual tasks during interviews
There is no advantage in applying to both Swansea and Carmarthen and we advise only applying to your preferred location.
If you are offered a place you will also need:
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, or approved equivalent
An Occupational Health Check
You should also familiarise yourself with the NHS Wales Values and Standards of Behaviour.
If you are an international student:
IELTS score
Please ensure you have an IELTS score of 7.0 with 7.0 in all components before starting the programme (this is an NMC requirement). You will only be interviewed if you already have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall and in each component.
TOEFL (IBT) - 96
Tuition
GBP
19,450