BSc Nursing – Adult
About this course
BSc in Nursing – Adult, a programme focused on adult nursing practice. The first two years provide generic nursing knowledge applicable to all fields, building a foundation for essential care. Year 3 concentrates on integrating this knowledge for autonomous practice with adult patients. Practice learning experiences are integrated throughout the course.
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Entry requirements
A level: CC. A Level English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths and a science subject are required at GCSE grade 5/C or above if not held at A Level. IB: 24. Higher Level English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths and a science subject are required at Standard Level grade 3 if not held at Higher. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H3H3H4. Higher English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths and a science subject are required at grade O3 or above if not held at Higher.
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What students say
Based on about 96 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 73%
- Learning opportunities: 69%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 48%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 61%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 225 students who started
- Continued on course: 92%
- Left higher education: 7%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 88 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 89%
- Working and studying: 7%
- Further study: 1%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 92%
- Caring personal services: 4%
- Skilled trades occupations: 1%
- Other Health Professionals: 1%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 1%
- Find their work meaningful: 98%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 94%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 96%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 330 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 2%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 1%
- Scotland: 90%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 200 students who started
- A levels: 37%
- Access course: 13%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 43%
- No formal qualifications: 1%
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 BSc Nursing – Adult at Robert Gordon University earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £38,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Adult nursing.
What do graduates of BSc Nursing – Adult at Robert Gordon University do next?
96% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Nursing – Adult at Robert Gordon University?
73% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Nursing – Adult at Robert Gordon University?
The typical offer is CC at A level. The average entrant had 99 UCAS points.
Is BSc Nursing – Adult at Robert Gordon University 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 BSc Nursing – Adult at Robert Gordon University?
92% of students continued into their second year, and 7% left higher education.