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This four-year undergraduate master’s course will prepare you with the knowledge, skills and leadership qualities for a successful and rewarding career in nursing. On completion, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a registered nurse.

As a nurse, you will be at the forefront of healthcare, meeting a broad range of people who truly need your expertise and empathy. Nurses are involved in promoting health and preventing illness in addition to caring for sick and dying people. This can take place in a variety of environments, including health centres, homes, residential/care homes, and hospitals. A career in nursing can take you into leadership and management, education and research, both at home and overseas. Wherever you choose to specialise in the future, as a nurse, you will be an advocate for the people in your care. You will make a difference.

Entry Requirements

2027 entry requirements:

4 Highers at BBBB (Standard entry) or BBBC (Widening access entry) including English or another English based subject and preferably a science subject plus English and Maths (or Applications of Maths) at National 5 at B plus a science subject (if not held at Higher).

Students may be required to be immunised against Hepatitis B.

You would require a satisfactory PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check to show you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details.