Northumbria University has an established reputation for excellence and innovation in nursing education.

We are working closely with our NHS partners to deliver a pre-registration Nursing Science degree that embodies the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s ‘FutureNurse’ standards, to equip you to lead your profession.

Northumbria’s Nursing learning experience

You will study partially at our Coach Lane Campus and partially on placement, with both strands running alongside each other to give you an integrated approach to theory and practice. You will study within the standard university semester system, allowing time during the Easter and summer breaks for additional projects and internships – or simply a well-earned rest.

This programme will equip you to be curious, creative and collaborative in your care. It will allow your compassion to thrive within an evidence-based approach, and it will enable you to make a genuine impact on the health and wellbeing of your clients and patients.

How does the Adult Nursing course help with employability?

The BSc Nursing Science (Adult) degree will allow you to build your experience in a caring role, and graduate with NMC Registration. Studying within the requirements of the new NMC standards means that you will have the ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills in relation to complex healthcare issues and the health and wellbeing of adult patients.

Why choose Northumbria to study Adult Nursing?

• Nursing, Midwifery and Health department won Outstanding Support for Students in Times Higher Education Awards 2023.

• Nursing at Northumbria is ranked Top 20 in the UK by the Complete University Guide for 2024.

• 99% of our Nursing graduates are in highly skilled employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Guardian University Guide, 2024).

• Over 88% of students studying Adult Nursing at Northumbria believed the library resources supported their learning and that their assessment feedback was often on time (NSS, 2023).

• Northumbria’s research in Allied Health Professions, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy is ranked 8th in the UK for research power, out of 91 submissions. This is a rise of 13 places from 21st in 2014.

When considering your academic and career choices, it's worth exploring similar courses, such as a Mental Health Nursing degree, which can open up rewarding opportunities to make a difference in the lives of those dealing with mental health challenges.