BN Nursing
About this course
BN (Hons) in Nursing Associate, delivered over 3 years. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with clinical experience across multiple healthcare settings. Students complete professional placements to prepare for practice in health services.
Written by AI from the university's course page and module list. It can get details wrong, so check the official course page before you rely on it.
Entry requirements
A level: BBC IB: 26 points overall with no score less than 4 or pass the IB Diploma plus 5,4,4 in 3 HL subjects. BTEC: DDM; BTEC nationals are considered in addition to 3 GCSEs grades C/4, which must include English, Maths and a Science.; BTEC National Diploma
See the highest paying Nursing, Pharmacy & Allied Health degrees in the UK →
What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered (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
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 20 graduates who answered (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
- 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 Nursing 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 Nursing 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 Nursing 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 Nursing at University of Liverpool?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 26 points in the IB. The average entrant had 126 UCAS points.
Is BN Nursing 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 Nursing at University of Liverpool include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BN Nursing at University of Liverpool?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.