Nursing (Adult)
University of Derby
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Chesterfield - St Helena

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Chesterfield - St Helena

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Duration

3 Years

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This programme is a holistic learning experience, enabling students to become emotionally resilient and transformational Registered Nurses of the future. This is a full-time three year course and students will complete a range of modules to develop the fundamental knowledge and skills for safe effective nursing practice where the interests of people using or needing nursing services are put first.Students develop an in-depth and comprehensive understanding of their chosen field of practice and ...Read more

This programme is a holistic learning experience, enabling students to become emotionally resilient and transformational Registered Nurses of the future. This is a full-time three year course and students will complete a range of modules to develop the fundamental knowledge and skills for safe effective nursing practice where the interests of people using or needing nursing services are put first.Students develop an in-depth and comprehensive understanding of their chosen field of practice and recognise the principles of nursing across all fields and across the lifespan. Modules provide the foundation for students to develop a compassionate professionalism whereby they are trusted in the care they provide. Learning will be facilitated through a range of classroom-based activities, skills laboratories and by electronic means such as online learning, web-based training and technology-delivered instruction.  Our nursing programmes are approved to the NMC's Future nurse: Standards of proficiency for registered nursesYou will gain essential practical experience on a range of clinical placements in different health care settingsYou will benefit from some of the best University facilities of their kind, including clinical skills suites and our state-of-the-art immersive suitesYou will learn from a highly experienced and enthusiastic teaching team who provide full support to help you achieve your ambitionsChoose to study at our Derby or Chesterfield site, starting in either January or SeptemberYou could be eligible for the NHS Learning Support Fund that could provide a grant for training, childcare costs and travelling to placements

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WUSCA ranking:
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37/91
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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43rd
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
79th
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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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£16,900 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£16,900 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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University of Derby
University of Derby , Derby

Located in the heart of England, the University of Derby is a widely renowned higher education institution, and is the only...

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University of Derby
Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Peartree  1.8 miles away

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