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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ScienceUCAS: B713
Nursing Associate (Direct Entry Route)
University of SalfordSalford, England
2 yearsDuration
£18,550Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
97%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Salford, the FdSc Nursing Associate (Direct Entry Route) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in health sciences. Based in Salford, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. The Nursing Associate role is a highly trained support role within healthcare, bridging the gap between support workers and Registered Nurses. This two-year programme leads to a Nursing Associate Foundation Degree, equipping you to deliver effective, safe, and compassionate care across a wide range of health and care settings. As a Nursing Associate, you will work both independently and as part of a healthcare team, providing hands-on care in various primary, secondary, community, and social care environments. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 97% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Foundations of Health and Social Care
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Nursing Practice and Clinical Skills
Pharmacology and Medicines Management
Professional Values and Communication
Long-term Conditions and Chronic Disease Management
Acute Care and Emergency Response
Evidence-Based Practice and Research Methods
UCAS Code:B713
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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
International Student Fee
£18,550
per year
Total Course Cost (2 years)£37,100
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 — University of Salford
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,000 | £28,000 | £28,500 |
| 3 years | £23,500 | £30,500 | £33,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £37,000 | £41,000 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ 17% above UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 42% above UK average salary
This course
£37,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 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
80%Working
5%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.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
90%
Overall
Teaching on my course
97%Learning opportunities
91%Assessment and feedback
91%Academic support
89%Organisation and management
81%Learning resources
91%Student voice
89%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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