Adult Nursing - BSc (Hons)

Every day, adult nurses make a difference to people's lives at some of their most challenging and important moments. If you're motivated by helping others, solving problems and providing compassionate care, adult nursing offers a rewarding and impactful career. You'll explore how physical health, wellbeing and evidence-based practice come together to support adults across a range of healthcare settings. Through a combination of university learning, clinical simulation and placements, you'll develop the skills needed to assess, plan and deliver safe, person-centred care. At Northampton, you'll benefit from a 5050 split between theory and practice learning, helping you apply your knowledge in real healthcare environments from an early stage. You'll also complete Mental Health First Aid training and have the opportunity to learn within the University's established European nursing network. As you progress, you'll build your communication, clinical decision-making, teamwork and leadership skills while developing the professionalism, resilience and confidence expected of a modern nurse. You'll gain experience across a variety of care settings, helping you understand different areas of adult nursing and shape your future career interests. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), this degree leads to eligibility for professional registration as an adult nurse. The knowledge, practical experience and professional skills you gain will help prepare you for nursing careers across the healthcare sector. By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that: At the University of Northampton, you’ll benefit from a supportive, career-focused experience designed to help you succeed. Personalised learning Study in small groups led by expert academics, with dedicated one-to-one support. Our close-knit community ensures you receive individual guidance while being challenged to achieve your best. Built for your future Whatever your goals, we’ll help you get there. You’ll develop valuable skills, discover your strengths, and gain real-world experience - so you’re ready to stand out when applying for jobs or further study. Guaranteed accommodation We guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time first-year students who apply and accept their offer by June 2027✱✱. Exceptional student benefits You’ll receive a brand-new laptop at no additional cost✱✱✱, and all essential textbooks are available through our library - helping you save money throughout your studies. A modern campus experience Study at our student-led purpose-built Waterside Campus, designed to provide an inspiring and dynamic environment for learning and student life. Visit us at an Open Day to see it for yourself. The Northampton Employability Promise We’re confident you’ll graduate ready to launch your career. If you’re not in employment within six months, you’ll receive dedicated support from a Careers Development Consultant. If you’re still seeking opportunities after that, we’ll offer you a paid internship. ✱✱ eligibility criteria apply. See northampton.ac.ukstudent-lifeaccommodationfor more information ✱✱✱ eligibility criteria and terms and conditions apply. See northampton.ac.ukbenefits for more information.