BSc Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing), an adult nursing degree combining academic theory with clinical practice. Core topics include Clinical Skills. The course is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council. The first year introduces foundational concepts through Adult Nursing 1, integrating theory and practice within university and placement blocks. The second year progresses student development through Adult Nursing 2, applying knowledge of altered physiology and body systems. The final year concludes the programme with Adult Nursing 3, preparing individuals for leadership roles and clinical practice.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC. IB: 31 overall including 5,5,5 at Higher Level. BTEC: DMM.
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What students say
Based on about 55 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 85%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 85 students who started
- Continued on course: 91%
- Left higher education: 9%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 5%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 95%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 9%
- South East: 69%
- South West: 7%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 110 students who started
- A levels: 62%
- Access course: 13%
- A degree: 6%
- Other HE qualification: 8%
- Other qualifications: 11%
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): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Adult Nursing 1
- Adult Nursing 2
- Adult Nursing 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing) at University of Surrey earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £29,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £38,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Adult nursing.
What do graduates of BSc Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing) at University of Surrey do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing) at University of Surrey?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing) at University of Surrey?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Is BSc Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing) at University of Surrey 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 Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing) at University of Surrey?
91% of students continued into their second year, and 9% left higher education.