Nursing foundation degrees in Central England

12 universities offer 15 foundation degree courses. To get the best results for foundation degree nursing degrees, enter your predicted grades.

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University College Birmingham

1 nursing courses WEST MIDLANDS
WUSCA ranking: 40th
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The campus is in a great location in the city centre and is easily accessible. Staff are supportive and facilities are a good standard. On average lectures are informative and engaging. They can be more organised, however, and bigger class sizes can make sessions difficult.

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University of Suffolk

2 nursing courses EASTERN ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 83rd
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WUSCA ranking: 9th
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The university is very good, it is unexpected, as I studied in a university in Pakistan, so the experience I had there, what I saw here, it is a very outstanding type of university, its location is very beautiful, apart from that, what is there is its lecture halls, its seminars and the staff of the international business management of this university, which are teachers, they are very good, they are cooperative, they deal with international students very well, the communication style is very good, along with that, the seminars and the first lectures are in the morning, there are seminars in the evening, it is a very outstanding type, it is a structure that has been created. The most important thing is that health issues are highlighted and preferred here, and there are many other facilities here that are for all kinds of people, and there are very unexpected things that I have seen here for the first time in my life in a university.

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Health and Wellbeing (Nursing Associate) - FdA
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Year 1
  • Foundations of Acute and Long Term Conditions
  • Foundations of Acute and Long Term Conditions
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Inclusive Communication for Professional Practice
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Early Years & Primary Practice - FdA
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  • Children's Development and Promoting Wellbeing
  • Children, Childhoods and Society
  • Inclusive Practice in the Early Years
  • Introduction to Professional Practice Through Research
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Anglia Ruskin University

1 nursing courses EASTERN ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 59th
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WUSCA ranking: 78th
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I love the support and population diversity. No discrimination and lovely place. The improving part, should be the student housing. They should be available during weekends. Can in Friday evening and now had to wait till Monday but they are nice. Also be price a bit much that chelmfords campus . I’ll let you on if I notice another thing cause I’m new here

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Nursing Associate - FdSc
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Year 1
  • Fundamentals of Care for Patient Safety
  • Medicines Calculations for Safe Practice 1
  • Practising Fundamentals of Care for Patient Safety 1
  • Practising Fundamentals of Care for Patient Safety 2
  • Supporting Person-Centred Health (Physical and Mental) and Wellbeing
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Coventry University

1 nursing courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 24th
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WUSCA ranking: 63th
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The Best: Any clarity on studies, student life, mental health, physical fitness was easily approachable and helpful. Professors are very kind and knowledgeable. When questioned correctly they are ready to help at any extent. Access to library and fitness is very useful and maintained promptly. Ambience and location of the university is perfectly held.

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Nursing Associate - FdSc
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University of Derby

1 nursing courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 43rd
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WUSCA ranking: 37th
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The university atmosphere and staff library, reception and the tutor are the excellent resources available to students, fostering an environment where academic growth and personal development can thrive. With dedicated mentors and innovative programs, learners are supported every step of the way. Although, making friends is quite difficult for me, it could be because my asian appearance, the students tends to just make all black groups and also white in the different groups. This separation can be challenging, but I am determined to find my place and connect with others who share similar interests and values. Engaging in campus activities and reaching out to diverse organizations may help bridge these gaps and foster meaningful relationships. I do not expect to be friends outside university , but I hope to create a supportive network within this environment. By actively participating and being open to new experiences, I believe I can cultivate friendships that enrich my university life.

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Nursing Associate - FdSc
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Year 1
  • Communication and Working in Teams
  • Human Growth and Development Across the Lifespan
  • Integrated Theory and Practice
  • Personal and Professional Development for Nursing Associates
  • Promoting Health and Independence
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University of Hertfordshire

1 nursing courses EASTERN ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 21st
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WUSCA ranking: 61th
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Best parts: access to loads of learning materials Worst parts: not much free activities, communication with student union isn’t great so I tend to miss out on activities which impacts my social life and mental health Also the school doesn’t provide support with finding a placement

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University of Worcester

1 nursing courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 64th
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WUSCA ranking: 28th
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The best thing for me is the student support is very good and open for help and the location for me is perfect because of where I live. I honestly don't have any complaints in terms of worst aspects of it as for me it's good

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Nursing Associate - FdSc
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Year 1
  • Communication and Professional Values to Promote Health and Well-being across the lifespan
  • Essential Skills and Nursing Associate Practice 1
  • Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
  • Principles of Nursing Associate practice
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Birmingham City University

2 nursing courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 39th
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WUSCA ranking: 43th
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Studying at Birmingham City University in the Curzon building is great because of the modern facilities, comfortable study spaces, and central location, which makes everything convenient. It could be improved by adding more quiet study areas during busy times and better communication about timetable updates.

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University of Bedfordshire

1 nursing courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 80th
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I was in the Bedford campus and the student life was limited. This was because many people travelled into uni from their homes. The student union was great at providing activities in the afternoons/ evenings. They also support students. all you have to do is email them or go to social events.

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University of Northampton

1 nursing courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 67th
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WUSCA ranking: 60th
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Location is great with parks, cafes, restaurants, pubs, as well as bus routes and easy train access to London/Birmingham. The campus is always clean and tidy, lots of seating/places to study with accommodation for students with additional needs. I'm concerned about funding issues as teaching staff face layoffs, especially in creative courses.

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Nursing Associate - FdSc
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  • Developing Competence in Safe, Effective Administration and Optimisation of Medicines for Nursing Associates
  • Discovering My Identity as a Nursing Associate
  • Exploring the Evidence Base for Nursing Associates
  • Foundations of Practice for Nursing Associates
  • Interprofessional Education (IPE)
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