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BN Nursing

University of Glasgow

About this course

BN in Nursing, a nursing (adult) degree focused on the delivery, leadership, and coordination of patient care within multidisciplinary healthcare environments. Students learn to support service-users in navigating holistic healthcare requirements across diverse health and social care settings.

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Institution
University of Glasgow
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Nursing
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
B700
Typical offer
A-level ABB
Median salary
£33,000 after 5 years

Entry requirements

A level: ABB or BBB (Additional requirements: two A-levels from Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics. GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade B or 5. Interview.) IB: 34 (6,5,5) (Additional requirements: Additional requirements: Two HL subjects from Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics. SL English and Mathematics at 4. Interview.) Scottish Higher: AABBB Additional requirements: Two Highers from Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology, Physics, Mathematics. National 5 Mathematics, English at Grade B. Interview. Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Two Highers from Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology, Physics, Mathematics. National 5 Mathematics, English at Grade B. Interview. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.

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What students say

Based on about 22 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Teaching on my course: 98%
  • Learning opportunities: 91%
  • Assessment and feedback: 86%
  • Academic support: 92%
  • Organisation and management: 93%
  • Learning resources: 93%
  • Student voice: 74%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university

  • Continued on course: 95%
  • Left higher education: 5%

What graduates do next

Based on about 43 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university

  • Working: 56%
  • Working and studying: 15%
  • Further study: 16%
  • Unemployed: 3%

Most common jobs

  • Nursing Professionals: 20%
  • Elementary occupations: 15%
  • Natural and social science professionals: 10%
  • Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
  • Sales occupations: 5%
  • Find their work meaningful: 70%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 55%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 165 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North East: 1%
  • North West: 3%
  • East Midlands: 1%
  • West Midlands: 1%
  • East of England: 1%
  • London: 8%
  • South East: 2%
  • South West: 1%
  • Scotland: 80%
  • Northern Ireland: 2%

Who gets in

Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university

  • A levels: 45%
  • Access course: 25%
  • A degree: 5%
  • Other HE qualification: 5%
  • Other qualifications: 10%
  • No formal qualifications: 5%

Accreditation & quality ratings

  • Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (adult).

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of BN Nursing at University of Glasgow earn?

The median salary is £30,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £38,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Adult nursing.

What do graduates of BN Nursing at University of Glasgow do next?

87% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).

Are students happy with the teaching on BN Nursing at University of Glasgow?

98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.

What grades do I need for BN Nursing at University of Glasgow?

The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 189 UCAS points.

Is BN Nursing at University of Glasgow accredited?

Yes. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (adult).

How many students continue on BN Nursing at University of Glasgow?

95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.