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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Stirling Campus
Full Time
Sep 2027
4 Year
Adult Nursing is a challenging and rewarding profession caring for people. With the ongoing demand for healthcare professionals, nursing offers strong job security. Stirling is a superb place for you to learn the skills of modern nursing. Our BSc and BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing courses are approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council. They have also received multiple commendations. The University of Stirling has won Student Nursing Times Awards multiple times going back to 2012. Adult Nursing is a dynamic profession. Our nursing degrees will give you the education and confidence to join modern healthcare teams. Our courses are founded on a philosophy of values, integrity and resilience. You will become an Adult Nursing practitioner with excellence, compassion, safety and respect at the core of your practice. ###
Develop your expertise* Develop your skills and experience with placements at NHS Forth Valley and third sector partnerships. * Diverse clinical placements and specialised experience include: * medical and surgical nursing * rehabilitation of adults * care of older adults * emergency department and Intensive care * community placements such as district nursing, health visiting or prison nursing. * Gain practical experience in our Clinical Skills Lab. * Virtual practice learning will prepare you for less frequently encountered situations. This includes maternity care, learning disability and child health. * A team of practice assessors, practice supervisors, and academic assessors will assess and support you. Learn more about our [nursing practice placements](https://www.stir.ac.uk/about/faculties/health-sciences-sport/study-with-us/nursing-study-information/nursing-placements/). ###
Focus on your mental health and wellbeingOur Adult Nursing degrees focus on the mental health and wellbeing of our students. Course modules will equip you with tools to boost your self-confidence and self-reliance. You will also have access to our student support services. ###
Nursing is global: international opportunitiesGlobal health themes are integrated throughout our nursing degrees. Our nursing students actively engage in the global health community. One example of this is the Nightingale Initiative for Global Health. There are opportunities for students to study abroad and gain valuable experience. ###
BSc (Hons) and BSc Adult Nursing: what's the difference?Our BSc course in Adult Nursing is three years, and our BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing course is four years. The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) approves both courses. Both courses lead to professional registration upon successful completion. In their final year, Honours students complete additional modules, including a dissertation and their NMC-required final placement. Students can apply to switch between BSc (Hons) and BSc Adult Nursing during their course.
Accommodation(Based on the range of costs for a self-catered room in university halls of residence. Includes cost of electricity and wi-fi.)360.20 to 795.48 (Monthly expenditure)
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