Nursing Associate Foundation Degree
Keele UniversityCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the FdSc Nursing Associate Foundation Degree at Keele University. Based in Keele, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. The Nursing Associate Foundation Degree (FdSc) at Keele University prepares you to take the next step in your healthcare career. Designed for those already working in a caring role or with some prior experience, the programme focuses on the practical skills, knowledge, and professional behaviours needed to become a Nursing Associate. You'll study alongside apprentices on Keele’s established Nursing Associate Apprenticeship (FdSc), gaining hands-on experience and real-world insights. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £27,000 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£10,050
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding Fees and funding Tuition fees for 2027/28 2026/27 academic year The tuition fee for UK Home students starting in 2027/282026/27 is set by the UK Government and, subject to Parliamentary approval, will be £10,050£9,790. International: International fees for 2027/28 entry have not yet been confirmed. We review all tuition fees annually and will update this page once they are finalised. In subsequent years of your course, UK Home fees may change in line with government policy or le
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Keele University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £27,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £27,000 | £31,500 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £32,000 | £38,000 |
UK subject average: £42,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-04-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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