BSc Nursing (Adult)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Nursing (Adult), combining clinical practice with academic study. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), qualifying graduates to register as nurses. Time is divided equally between campus-based learning and clinical placements in hospital and community settings.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual) BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual) Access to HE Diploma T Levels International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
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What students say
Based on about 86 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 89%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 185 students who started
- Continued on course: 87%
- Left higher education: 9%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 58 graduates who answered
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 6%
- Further study: 1%
- Unemployed: 11%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 85%
- Caring personal services: 4%
- Sales occupations: 1%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 1%
- Health associate professionals: 1%
- Find their work meaningful: 92%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 91%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 92%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 345 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 74%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 210 students who started
- A levels: 22%
- Access course: 19%
- Foundation course: 2%
- A degree: 13%
- Other HE qualification: 24%
- No formal qualifications: 20%
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, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamental Chemistry and Biology
- Health education study skills
- Health and wellbeing in action
- Mental wealth and professional fitness
- Becoming a Professional in Healthcare
- Law, Ethics and Professional Values (Mental Wealth)
- Bioscience for Healthcare Professionals
- Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health
- Communication
- Adult Nursing Practice 1
- Pharmacology
- Long-Term Conditions
- Evidence Based Research
- Clinical Decision Making in Providing and Evaluating Care
- Adult Nursing Practice 2
- Civic Engagement for Nursing
- Preparing for Registration as an Adult Nurse
- Advancing Adult Nursing Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Adult Nursing Practice 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Nursing (Adult) at University of East London earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £27,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £38,000. The £27,500 median after five years is £5,000 less than the UK median for Adult nursing.
What do graduates of BSc Nursing (Adult) at University of East London do next?
87% 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 University of East London?
93% 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 University of East London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 130 UCAS points.
Is BSc Nursing (Adult) at University of East London 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 University of East London?
87% of students continued into their second year, and 9% left higher education.