BN Foundation to Nursing (Year 0)
About this course
BN (Hons) in Nursing Associate, structured as a four-year undergraduate programme. The course includes a foundation year zero designed for mature students returning to formal education or presenting with non-traditional qualifications.
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Entry requirements
IB: Applicants currently studying for International Baccalaureate will not be considered BTEC: Students currently studying BTEC level 3 will not be considered; BTEC level 2 will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 20 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 25%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 100%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 60%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- West Midlands: 5%
- London: 5%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 60 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 98%
- Other HE qualification: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (adult).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BN Foundation to Nursing (Year 0) at University of Liverpool earn?
The median salary is £29,500 after 15 months, £29,000 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £36,000. The £28,500 median after five years is £3,500 less than the UK median for Nursing.
What do graduates of BN Foundation to Nursing (Year 0) at University of Liverpool do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BN Foundation to Nursing (Year 0) at University of Liverpool?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BN Foundation to Nursing (Year 0) at University of Liverpool?
The average entrant had 126 UCAS points.
Is BN Foundation to Nursing (Year 0) at University of Liverpool accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (adult).
Does BN Foundation to Nursing (Year 0) at University of Liverpool include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BN Foundation to Nursing (Year 0) at University of Liverpool?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.