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UndergraduateBachelor of NursingUCAS: B740

Nursing (Adult)

Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh, Scotland
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3 yearsDuration
£18,220Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The BN Nursing (Adult) at Edinburgh Napier University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Gain the professional knowledge and understanding to progress in a career at the forefront of adult nursing. Our adult nursing degree course will develop your professional knowledge and understanding in the field of nursing and its application. Taught by experts in a friendly and supportive environment, you'll put theory into practice in our state-of-the art Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre, and participate in work placements across the Lothian and Borders area in hospital and community settings. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,500 within three years, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Foundations of Adult Nursing Practice
Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing
Pharmacology and Medicines Management
Professional Communication and Ethics
Acute and Critical Care Nursing
Long-term Conditions and Chronic Disease Management
Leadership and Management in Healthcare
Evidence-based Practice and Research Methods
UCAS Code:B740
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BC

Preferably to include English or a Literary subject* and a Science subject** GCSE grade C/4 in Maths also required. GCSE grade C/4 in English and a Science subject**/Double Award Science required for candidates who do not have these subjects at A Level.

International Baccalaureate

25 points

25 points overall 3 Higher Level subjects at grades 5, 4, 4, preferably to include English or Literary subject* and a Science subject**. Standard Level Maths, English and a Science subject** at grade 4 also required if not studied at Higher Level.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic56————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,220

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£54,660

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Edinburgh Napier University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£26,000£28,000£30,000
3 years£22,000£28,500£32,000
5 years£24,000£32,000£37,500

UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£28,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 14% above UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£28,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About Edinburgh Napier University

Edinburgh Napier University offers Nursing (Adult) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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