| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
| 2023-07-01 | 2023-04-28 |
| 2023-09-19 | 2023-05-25 |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This BSc (Hons) in Nursing (Adult) program equips students with the knowledge and skills to become compassionate nurses. Through theoretical, practical, and clinical experiences, students gain expertise in adult nursing, community healthcare, and leadership. The program emphasizes social justice and community engagement, preparing graduates for a rewarding career in healthcare settings.
Program Outline
Nursing (Adult) - BSc (Hons)
Degree Overview:
This adult nursing program provides compassionate individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to begin a rewarding career in caring for those in need. The program focuses on theoretical, practical, and clinical learning experiences and assessments. Throughout the program, students will be exposed to the most up-to-date research in nursing, public health, and biomedical science. They will also gain valuable insights into working within a community healthcare team and develop leadership skills to provide expert care and progress their nursing career.
Outline:
During the course of this program, students will:
- Learn through theoretical sessions, group work, role-play, and practical sessions.
- Have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a simulation suite, therapy rooms, and science laboratories.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest health technology.
- Be taught and supported by committed and experienced teaching staff actively involved in nursing practice and research.
- Gain practical nursing experience through 2,300 hours of full-time clinical work placements and practice simulation throughout the course.
- Translate their academic learning into practice in a range of primary care, hospital, independent, voluntary, charitable, and private care settings. The program's design focuses on social justice integration within the curriculum, allowing students to participate in local initiatives that strengthen community health provision and relationships, such as London Met's Refugee Assessment and Guidance Unit. Additionally, they will experience the University's diverse range of in-house clinic activity.
Assessment:
Students will be assessed through a range of methods, including:
- Skills assessment in real-time and simulated practice settings.
- Oral seminars.
- Poster presentations.
- Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs).
- Case studies.
- Practical reports.
- Seen/unseen examinations.
- In-class tests.
- Literature reviews.
- Essays.
Teaching:
The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and tutorials. Students will have access to a dedicated team of experienced and qualified tutors, including nurses, midwives, and other healthcare professionals. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to learn from guest speakers from a range of backgrounds.
Careers:
Graduates of this program can pursue a range of careers in healthcare settings, including:
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Community health centers
- Private practices
- Public health agencies
- Research institutions Graduates can also choose to specialize in a particular area of nursing, such as:
- Adult nursing
- Children's nursing
- Mental health nursing
- Learning disability nursing
Other:
The program includes a focus on social justice and community engagement. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a range of initiatives that strengthen community health provision and relationships, such as London Met's Refugee Assessment and Guidance Unit.
- a minimum of grades BCC in A levels (or a minimum of 104 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification).
- five GCSEs at grade 4/C to include Maths and English Language (or equivalent Level 2 functional Maths and English/communication), and preferably a science subject.
- five days or more of recent (within the last two years) work experience in a care environment would be desirable. All applicants will be required to pass an interview. The applicant will need to demonstrate values that promote compassion, dignity, and respect.
