BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) with NMC registration

This challenging and rewarding program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become competent and compassionate adult nurses. The course covers a wide range of topics including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and nursing practice. Students will also gain practical experience through clinical placements in various healthcare settings. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and pursue a rewarding career in nursing.

Additional Information

De Montfort University is a leading provider of nursing education and has a strong reputation for producing high-quality nursing graduates. The university offers state-of-the-art facilities, including simulated learning environments and clinical skills labs, to provide students with the best possible learning experience. The program also includes opportunities for international study and work placements, providing students with a global perspective on healthcare.

Discover De Montfort University: A World-Class Destination for Nursing Education

De Montfort University is an excellent choice for nursing education due to its strong reputation for producing competent and compassionate nurses. The university's commitment to excellence in teaching and research, as well as its partnerships with local healthcare organizations, provide students with unparalleled opportunities for practical experience and career advancement. Additionally, the university's location in Leicester provides students with access to a diverse range of cultural, social, and economic experiences that can enhance their educational journey.

The Nursing and Midwifery Council introduced new national educational standards – Future Nurse Standards of Proficiency for registered Nurses in 2018. The curriculum from September 2021 onwards, is based on these standards for nurse education.

Adult nurses play crucial roles in healthcare settings by restoring and promoting health, supporting patients and their families, and responding to the varied healthcare needs of individual patients or communities.

During this course – thanks to strong links with service providers across the region – we are able to offer a range of placement opportunities embedded within all three years of the course.

You will benefit from shared learning opportunities with students from the other fields of nursing practice, but will also engage in field of practice specific learning opportunities throughout the programme, to ensure that you develop your identity, knowledge and skills within the adult nursing field of practice.

GCSEs

• Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including: English and Maths

Passes in Functional Key Skills in Level 2 Maths and English will only be accepted if the qualification and awarding organisation is regulated by Ofqual.

Plus one of the following:

A Level

• A minimum of 112 UCAS points from 2 or more A levels, including at least two subjects at C or above. We do not accept General Studies or UCAS points achieved through music exams. 

T Levels

• Merit in Health overall

BTEC

• BTEC National Diploma - normally in Health and Social Care or Applied Science at DMM

• BTEC Extended Diploma - normally in Health and Social Care or Applied Science at DMM

Access course

• AHE (Nursing and Midwifery)

• AHE (Science)

• AHE (Health Professions)

Pass in the QAA Access to HE with a minimum of 96 UCAS points

GCSE English and Maths or functional skills level 2 qualifications in English and Maths are required. 

20 hours of Work permit weekly for international students.