Content

The course content is aligned to the NMC Standards for Future Nurse Education and is underpinned by person-centred and humanistic values. The course is focused into four key themes which are: Applied Biosciences for Nursing Practice, The Theories and Art of Nursing, and Active Learning. These themes are developed across the four years of the course.

On completion of the course, you will be able to register with the NMC and practice as a nurse.

On this course you will:

become confident to deliver safe, effective and person-centred nursing care; become part of a community of learners, working collaboratively with lecturers, clinical staff, service users and other students on a transformational journey towards registration; actively engage in creative and critical ways of working and learning including approaches such as critical inquiry, reflection, contemplation, simulation and practice learning experiences; and carry out invaluable practice learning experiences (PLEs) that will enrich your learning.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements:

4 Highers at BBBB (standard entry) or BBBC (widening access entry) including English or another English based subject and a science subject plus English and Maths (or Applications of Maths) at National 5 at B (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.