Overview

If you would like to start your Adult Nursing journey sooner, we also have an April 2025 entry for this course.

Embark on your nursing career as you study on our innovative and research-based BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing degree at Canterbury Christ Church University. Not only will you gain the vital skills needed for you to become a confident and competent nursing professional, but you’ll also be able to register with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) upon graduation.

Your course will start with exploring the role of adult nursing in contemporary healthcare and the fundamentals of compassionate person-centred nursing practice. Throughout the first year you'll study with other nursing students, taking part in simulated learning and undertaking clinical practice placements. Years two and three will focus on your chosen field and will ensure you become a professional and competent newly qualified nurse.

From day one, you'll be immersed in nursing practice and supported by academics and professionals with vast experience. You'll learn in state-of-the-art simulation facilities, using the latest virtual reality technology to practise your nursing skills in a safe and supportive environment.

From working with experts by experience to working in acute care, our Adult Nursing degree will prepare you for a challenging, yet the most rewarding, career. What’s more, you'll gain essential work experience whilst studying this course, enhancing your skills and employability upon graduation.

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98%

of our Adult Nursing students were in jobs or further study after just 15 months of graduation.

Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024

Why study BSc Adult Nursing at CCCU?

Entry requirements

Qualification type

Grades

A Levels

BBC

BTEC

DMM

Access

15 Distinctions and 30 Merits 

International Baccalaureate

29 Points

Combinations

A combination of qualifications totalling 112 UCAS points

GCSE English language and mathematics grades A-C / 4-9 or equivalent. Functional Skills Level 2 accepted.

Find more information about entry requirements on our website.

International students 

All international students must attend an online interview. If English is not your first language you require IELTS overall score of 7, with scores of at least 7 in reading, listening and speaking, and at least 6.5 in writing.

Offers of a place can only be made after a successful interview, and are subject to a satisfactory reference, health clearance and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Health clearance will include vaccinations for NHS placements, and evidence of vaccination status may be required by placement providers or the university.

Find out more about IELTS requirements for international students. International students should also be aware of their specific entry requirements.

If you have any questions about entry requirements for this course, please contact our Course Enquiry Team.

112
UCAS Points

Module information

We know employers are looking for dynamic, open-minded graduates who can adapt, innovate, and collaborate. So we have designed a new way of teaching and learning to ensure that you are work-ready for when you graduate. Alongside the modules below you will choose from our new curriculum that will help you achieve student success.

Core/optional modules

*Modules subject to approval

How you’ll learn

Nursing is a full-time course and although you will not be in the classroom everyday you will have plenty of learning to occupy the whole week. You will normally be in university three or four days per week.

Over the three years of the course, you will be undertaking 2300 hours of theoretical learning (including directed and self-directed study) and 2300 hours of practice (which includes 600 hours of simulated practice learning).

We use a variety of learning and teaching techniques to support you including, simulated practice learning, lectures, seminars, group work, problem-based learning and discussion.

Whilst in practice you will be working 37.5 hours per week and will experience the full range of shifts, including earlies, lates, nights and weekends. You will be supported by three key people whilst you are in practice; your practice supervisor, practice assessor, and your academic assessor.

You'll be expected to undertake independent learning to support your academic modules and practice experience. This may be undertaken individually or within small groups, and will include problem solving activities.

Each 30-credit module will include 66 hours of directed learning and 244 hours of self-directed study. 

Academic staff will provide guidance for your independent learning through the virtual learning environment.

Our newly revalidated course brings together all fields of nursing, enabling you to learn from and with each other. We have a supportive and student focused course to help you develop your knowledge and skills. If you make the decision to join us for your nursing course, you will find a friendly and welcoming community ready to support you on this exciting journey.

Dr Paula KuzbitAssociate Head of School: Undergraduate Studies

How you’ll be assessed

We use a variety of assessment methods including course work, exams, presentations and practice assessment.

Practice is assessed each year using the ePAD online system, which is a validated assessment tool currently used by several universities across the country.

Your future career

On successful completion of the course, you'll be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and become a registered nurse within the field of adult nursing.

Our course will open up a wide range of exciting career opportunities for you including working in clinical practice, management, education, research, or using your skills in the armed forces. 

Additionally, there are opportunities within the Faculty of Medicine, Health, and Social Care to progress onto postgraduate study, including Continuing Professional Development courses, MSc or PhD studies.

I recommend this uni to anyone who wants to pursue further studies, especially in nursing. I couldn’t have chosen a better place other than CCCU. I am so grateful for everything you have done for me.

EnockAdult Nursing graduate

Fees

The 2025/26 annual tuition fees for this course are:

  UK Overseas
Full-time £9,535 £15,500

Tuition fees for all courses are payable on an annual basis, except where stated. The fees represented here are for study with Canterbury Christ Church University. If you are looking to study at a partner institution, please visit their website for fees information.

Please read the 2025/26 Tuition Fee Statement for further information regarding tuition fees and year on year fee increases.

Home (UK) Fees

The Government has announced that it will increase the tuition fee cap by 3.1%, in line with inflation, for the 2025/26 academic cycle. Subject to parliamentary approval, the University intends to increase our tuition fees in line with this and as per our terms and conditions. This means that from September 2025 our undergraduate home tuition fees are expected to be £9,535.

Overseas/International Fees

Undergraduate / PGCE tuition fees for international students are not set by the UK Government.

Industry links

Our course is designed in partnership with our local health and social care providers, and service users to ensure it meets the contemporary health care needs of our local community and beyond. We have close working relationships with placement providers and many of our graduates find work in our local health services.

Professional accreditation

On completion of the course, you will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Adult Nurse. Our newly approved course meets the NMC 2023 standards.

Regulated by the Office for Students

The Office for Students (OfS) regulates Canterbury Christ Church University. The OfS is the independent regulator of higher education in England. It aims to ensure that every student, whatever their background, has a fulfilling experience of higher education that enriches their lives and careers. Further details about its work are available on the OfS website.

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Duration:

3 years

UCAS code:

B740

Location(s):

Canterbury
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