About this course
Study the MNurs Adult and Child Nursing course at Southampton University - a global leader for nursing. We'll help you develop the skills to provide compassionate, evidence-based care. Graduate from this course with the chance to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Nurse (Adult) and as a Registered Nurse (Child).
Your learning will be supported by world-class educators and researchers.
You'll study:
- the science that underpins nursing
- the evidence base behind the nurse's role
- how nurses promote health and help people to maintain health and well-being
You'll develop practice skills through a range of nursing placements, and your learning will be further supported through simulated practice and clinical skills teaching.
Practice placements will normally be undertaken in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in a mixture of hospital and community settings across 6 trusts.
You'll also learn with and from students of other health professions in both theory and practice.
To prepare you for your future role, the programme will help you to:
- develop skills in assessment, decision making and managing complexity across a range of healthcare environments
- understand the nature of health needs within a global context
- become confident in embracing the technology and innovation that will be needed to meet people's future health needs
- prepare for a future nursing leadership role in clinical or academic settings
Funding to support your learning
Subject to eligibility, UK and Irish students joining this degree can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK students may also be eligible to apply for an additional maintenance loan to help with living costs.
Additionally, UK students studying this course at University of Southampton may well be able to receive a training grant of £5,000 per academic year from the NHS and entitled to have some of the additional costs of attending a practice placement reimbursed. Students with parental responsibility for one or more children may receive a £2,000 Parental Support payment per student, per academic year. Find out more on the NHS Learning Support Fund website
If you are normally resident in Ireland, you are encouraged to apply for financial support from SUSI.
Support for students with a disability/health condition
We are fully committed to supporting students with disabilities who wish to join programmes of study which require the acquisition and practise of professional competencies.
We offer students personal, informal advice by telephone, email or face to face, and we are happy to discuss your specific needs prior to you applying. This could include how your specific needs may impact on your ability to meet the clinical competencies. This will not affect your application in any way, but may help you to select the right programme for you.
Please email the admissions team for further details.
We regularly review our courses to ensure and improve quality. This course may be revised as a result of this. Any revision will be balanced against the requirement that the student should receive the educational service expected. Find out why, when, and how we might make changes.
Our courses are regulated in England by the Office for Students (OfS).
What's it like to study Nursing at Southampton
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Course location
This course is based at Highfield.
Awarding body
This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.
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Entry requirements
For Academic year 202425
A-levels
ABB, or BBB with a pure science or social science
A-levels additional information
Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Preferably including a pure science or social science subject.
A-levels with Extended Project Qualification
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: BBB and grade A in the EPQ
A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows: BBB or BBC with a pure science or social science
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level
International Baccalaureate Diploma additional information
Preferably including a pure science or social science subject.
International Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP) statement
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
BTEC
DDM in the BTEC National Extended Diploma DD in BTEC National Diploma plus B in A-Level subject D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB in two A-level subjects.
RQF BTEC
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience.
Additional information
We accept Health studies or science
QCF BTEC
DDM in the BTEC Extended Diploma DD in BTEC Diploma plus B in A-Level subject D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB in two A-level subjects.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience.
Access to HE Diploma
60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 must be at Distinction and 9 credits at Merit
Access to HE additional information
Must be Science Based
Irish Leaving Certificate
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2017)
H2 H2 H2 H3 H3 H3
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2016)
AAABBB
Irish certificate additional information
preferably a science or social science. Plus English and Maths Ordinary Level O4 or higher
Scottish Qualification
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education.
Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement (PDF) for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Cambridge Pre-U
D3 M2 M2 in three Principal subjects
Cambridge Pre-U additional information
preferably including a science or social science subject
Welsh Baccalaureate
AB from two A levels and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
OR
BBB from 3 A-levels including a science or social science or BB from two A levels including a science or social science and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate.
Welsh Baccalaureate additional information
Preferably a pure science or social science subject
Welsh Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
T-Level
An overall Distinction with grade B in the core element in the Health or Healthcare Science T-Level
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C), Mathematics (minimum grade 4/C) and Science (minimum grade 4/C) if not offered at a level 3 qualification.
Find the equivalent international qualifications for our entry requirements.
English language requirements
If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:
IELTS score requirements
- overall score
- 7.0
- reading
- 7.0
- writing
- 6.5
- speaking
- 7.0
- listening
- 7.0
We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.
You might meet our criteria in other ways if you do not have the qualifications we need. Find out more about:
- our Access to Southampton scheme for students living permanently in the UK (including residential summer school, application support and scholarship)
- skills you might have gained through work or other life experiences (otherwise known as recognition of prior learning)
Find out more about our Admissions Policy.
Non-academic entry requirements
You must have completed recent, relevant study within 5 years
Occupational Health and Vaccinations
Completion and confirmation of a satisfactory health screening including confirmation of appropriate vaccinations will be a condition of your offer. All students must comply with the vaccination requirements of the programme which must be met in order to undertake placements. The list of vaccinations required is updated by the NHS and may change over the course of your programme.
Declaration of Good Character and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
You will be required to complete a satisfactory, University of Southampton Self-Declaration of Good Character form. You will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) as this is a legal requirement for those involved in contact with children or vulnerable adults. The DBS certificate will be reviewed by the School of Health Science in conjunction with your Declaration of Good Character, the University’s Fitness to Practice Policy and Nursing and Midwifery Council guidance or Health and Care Professions Council guidance. At the start of each subsequent year of study you will also be asked to complete a Self-Disclosure form.
Applicants who have been resident outside of the UK within the last 5 years will normally be required to provide information of criminal record checks from the appropriate organisation in your country of current/previous residency. All documentation must be officially stamped and translated into English, proving authenticity of the documents. See GOV.UK website
For Academic year 202526
A-levels
ABB, or BBB with a pure science or social science
A-levels additional information
Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Preferably including a pure science or social science subject.
A-levels with Extended Project Qualification
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: BBB and grade A in the EPQ
A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level
International Baccalaureate Diploma additional information
Preferably including a pure science or social science subject.
International Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP) statement
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
BTEC
DDM in the BTEC National Extended Diploma DD in BTEC National Diploma plus B in A-Level subject D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB in two A-level subjects.
RQF BTEC
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience.
Additional information
We accept Health studies or science
QCF BTEC
DDM in the BTEC Extended Diploma DD in BTEC Diploma plus B in A-Level subject D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB in two A-level subjects.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience.
Access to HE Diploma
60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 must be at Distinction and 9 credits at Merit
Access to HE additional information
Must be Science Based
Irish Leaving Certificate
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2017)
H2 H2 H2 H3 H3 H3
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2016)
AAABBB
Irish certificate additional information
preferably a science or social science. Plus English and Maths Ordinary Level O4 or higher
Scottish Qualification
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education.
Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement (PDF) for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Cambridge Pre-U
D3 M2 M2 in three Principal subjects
Cambridge Pre-U additional information
preferably including a science or social science subject
Welsh Baccalaureate
AB from two A levels and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
OR
BBB from 3 A-levels including a science or social science or BB from two A levels including a science or social science and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate.
Welsh Baccalaureate additional information
Preferably a pure science or social science subject
Welsh Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
T-Level
An overall Distinction with grade B in the core element in the Health or Healthcare Science T-Level
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C), Mathematics (minimum grade 4/C) and Science (minimum grade 4/C) if not offered at a level 3 qualification.
Find the equivalent international qualifications for our entry requirements.
English language requirements
If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:
IELTS score requirements
- overall score
- 7.0
- reading
- 7.0
- writing
- 6.5
- speaking
- 7.0
- listening
- 7.0
We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.
You might meet our criteria in other ways if you do not have the qualifications we need. Find out more about:
- our Access to Southampton scheme for students living permanently in the UK (including residential summer school, application support and scholarship)
- skills you might have gained through work or other life experiences (otherwise known as recognition of prior learning)
Find out more about our Admissions Policy.
Non-academic entry requirements
You must have completed recent, relevant study within 5 years
Occupational Health and Vaccinations
Completion and confirmation of a satisfactory health screening including confirmation of appropriate vaccinations will be a condition of your offer. All students must comply with the vaccination requirements of the programme which must be met in order to undertake placements. The list of vaccinations required is updated by the NHS and may change over the course of your programme.
Declaration of Good Character and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
You will be required to complete a satisfactory, University of Southampton Self-Declaration of Good Character form. You will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) as this is a legal requirement for those involved in contact with children or vulnerable adults. The DBS certificate will be reviewed by the School of Health Science in conjunction with your Declaration of Good Character, the University’s Fitness to Practice Policy and Nursing and Midwifery Council guidance or Health and Care Professions Council guidance. At the start of each subsequent year of study you will also be asked to complete a Self-Disclosure form.
Applicants who have been resident outside of the UK within the last 5 years will normally be required to provide information of criminal record checks from the appropriate organisation in your country of current/previous residency. All documentation must be officially stamped and translated into English, proving authenticity of the documents. See GOV.UK website
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
Course structure
You'll study the programme full-time over 4 years. The course comprises a minimum of 6,133 hours as specified by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) 2018.
You'll study theory-based modules and modules that involve clinical placements.
Year 1 overview
This year provides your foundation, and students from every field of nursing study all the content.
You'll study:
- an introduction to the nature of the NHS and the nature of professional practice – this module is studied jointly with students on other allied health professional programmes
- the principles of person centred nursing and the nurses role in meeting people's fundamental care needs across the age continuum
- the sciences that underpin nursing care – life sciences, health psychology, pharmacology, genomics
There will be 2 practice placements (6 weeks in each field).
Year 2 overview
This year, you'll develop your skills in meeting the needs of adults and of children and young people.
You'll study:
- assessment and planning care for both adults and children
- the care needs of adults and children experiencing acute changes to their health
- the nurse's role in coordinating care and supporting adults and children living with long-term health conditions
There will be 3 practice placements (a total of 12 weeks in each field).
Year 3 overview
This year you'll:
- study research methods – this module is studied jointly with students on other allied health professional programmes
- study contemporary challenges in children's nursing
- begin an independent research project
- have an opportunity to undertake professional development experience of your choice
There will be 2 practice placements –10 weeks in each field of practice.
Year 4 overview
In your final year you'll:
- study leadership, and managing innovation and change – this module is studied jointly with students on other allied health professional programmes
- complete an independent research project
- study palliative and end of life care in adults
There will be 2 practice placements, each lasting 10 or 12 weeks.
Want more detail? See all the modules in the course.
Modules
The modules outlined provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. As a research-led University, we undertake a continuous review of our course to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Find out why, when and how we might make changes.
Year 1 modules
You must study the following modules in year 1:
An Introduction to Professional Practice (Level 4)
At the heart of this interprofessional module is the belief that all health care students should not only share the same core values and skills that underpin their professional practice, but they should also have learning opportunities that enable them t...
Applied Health Science for Nursing Practice
In this module you will build upon your learning in the preceding 'Foundations of Health Sciences for Nursing Practice'. You will develop understanding and insight into key pathophysiological processes encountered in common diseases conditions. This will...
Foundations of Health Sciences for Nursing Practice
Using the biopsychosocial model, you will gain an understanding of the health sciences that underpin nursing practice. You will learn about the relevant anatomy and physiology, and how it is integrated from the cellular level to the organ systems level. Y...
Fundamental Aspects of Care
This module will introduce you to the fundamental aspects of nursing care. You will consider how to provide a person-centred approach to care that meets the needs of the service user using a systematic approach. You will be introduced to the fundamentals ...
Global and Public Health
This module will offer you an opportunity to explore globalisation in health and healthcare from the perspective of individuals, communities and population. You will examine epidemiology, the science that underpins public health, and the role of the nur...
Part 1 Practice Placement 1 for BSc and MN
This module is the first placement module that you will undertake. During your time in placement you will be supported to apply the knowledge and understanding you developed through the Fundamental Aspects of Care theory module in a practice setting to e...
Part 1 Practice Placement 2 for BSc and MN
This module is the second placement module that you will undertake. During your time in placement you will be supported to apply the knowledge and understanding you developed through the Organising Person Centred Care theory module in a practice setting ...
Person Centred Nursing Care
This module will develop your knowledge and skills in planning care in partnership with people in order to ensure that care is person centred and empowering. Throughout the module your learning will focus on the skills needed to respond positively to peop...
YR1 Generic Timetabling
Year 2 modules
You must study the following modules in year 2:
Clinical Assessment and Planning Care for Adults
In this module you will develop skills in structured history taking and undertaking physical assessment. You will learn to apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology to the assessment of people’s health status (patients, families and comm...
Clinical Assessment and Planning Care for Children
In this module you will enhance your skills in taking a history and clinical assessment of children. You will be able to evaluate the information gathered in order to develop an individualised integrated plan of care for children which includes working w...
Co-ordinating Long-Term Care in Partnership (Dual Field)
In this module you will build on your prior learning to gain further knowledge and skills in working in partnership with people. You will continue to develop clinical decision making in relation to the management of long term, multiple and / or complex c...
MN Part 2 Placement 2
Managing Acute Changes in Health Status (Dual Field)
In this module you will build on your previous learning so that you can prioritise and respond to the changing levels of support that people require when their health status changes. You will develop your ability to manage and evaluate care across healthc...
Part 2 Practice Placement 1 for BSc and MN
This module is the third placement module that you will undertake. During your time in placement you will be supported to apply the knowledge and understanding you developed through the Field specific theory module in a practice setting to enhance your ...
YR2 Generic Timetabling
Year 3 modules
You must study the following modules in year 3:
Part 3 Placement 1 for MN
This module is the first placement module that you will undertake in the third year of your programme. During your time in placement, you will be supported to apply the knowledge and understanding you developed through previous theoretical modules in a pr...
Part 3 Placement 2 for MN
This module is the consolidating practice placement for field 1. During your time in placement you will be supported to apply the knowledge and understanding you developed through the Managing Nursing Needs theory module in a practice setting, to enhance ...
Research Methods
Healthcare professionals should be able to engage with different forms of inquiry (such as research, audit and service evaluation) and understand how these can help inform practice. This module begins by focusing on the reasons we carry out research and o...
Transitioning - Meeting Challenges in Contemporary Children's Nursing
In this module you will build upon and consolidate your understanding of what it is to nurse children, as they live through childhood into adulthood. You will also explore the ethical challenges arising from contemporary practice when working with familie...
Year 4 modules
You must study the following modules in year 4:
Developing Professional Practice
This is an opportunity for you to undertake a period of negotiated self-directed learning. The aim is to embellish your knowledge, skills and capabilities in preparation for your final year and transition into professional practice
Influencing Innovation and Change (Level 7)
Tomorrow’s healthcare professionals will work in a context characterised by continual change, challenging environments, rapidly evolving technologies and the need for innovation. To operate successfully in this context, these professionals must be able to...
Palliative and End of Life Care for MN
In this module you will gain the knowledge and skills that are necessary to effectively respond to those with palliative and end of life care needs in order to provide timely and sensitive nursing care. You will develop an in depth knowledge and understa...
Part 3 Placement 3 for MN
This module is the final placement module that you will undertake in relation to field 1. During your time in placement you will be supported to apply the knowledge and understanding that you have developed throughout your programme as you transition into...
Part 3 Placement 4 for MN
This module is the final placement module that you will undertake in relation to field 2. During your time in placement you will be supported to apply the knowledge and understanding that you have developed throughout your programme as you transition into...
Preparation for RN Dual Field (Level 7)
Research Project for MN
In this module you will carry out an independent research project. This module will provide you with the opportunity to plan, undertake and report on an independent, original project which is relevant to your future area of practice.
Year 5 modules
You must study the following module in year 5:
Learning and assessment
The learning activities for this course include the following:
- lectures
- classes and tutorials
- coursework
- individual and group projects
- independent learning (studying on your own)
Course time
How you'll spend your course time:
Year 1
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 1:
How we'll assess you
- dissertations
- essays
- written and practical exams
Your assessment breakdown
Year 1:
Year 2
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 2:
How we'll assess you
- dissertations
- essays
- written and practical exams
Your assessment breakdown
Year 2:
Academic support
You’ll be supported by a personal academic tutor and have access to a senior tutor.
Course leader
Jasmine Snowden is the course leader.
Careers
Nurses from Southampton are in high demand – 100% of our graduates are in professional nursing roles 6 months after graduation. You will leave us career-ready to rise to the top of your profession. You'll have a number of employment options, including:
- NHS hospital or community nursing including specialist roles
- armed forces and humanitarian opportunities
- independent health care providers and nursing homes
- diverse advanced roles in the UK or internationally
There is also the potential of career progression to nurse specialist, advanced nurse or a clinical academic career.
Find out more on the NHS Careers website.
Careers services at Southampton
We are a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). Our Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise team will support you. This support includes:
- work experience schemes
- CV and interview skills and workshops
- networking events
- careers fairs attended by top employers
- a wealth of volunteering opportunities
- study abroad and summer school opportunities
We have a vibrant entrepreneurship culture and our dedicated start-up supporter, Futureworlds, is open to every student.
Fees, costs and funding
Tuition fees
Fees for a year’s study:
- UK and Irish students pay £9,250.
- This course is not available to EU and international students.
What your fees pay for
Your tuition fees pay for the full cost of tuition and all examinations. Your fee also covers the cost of your uniform for clinical practice.
Find out how to:
There will be extra costs for the following:
- suitable shoes for your practice placements
- your own fob watch
- your enhanced DBS certificate
- your professional registration fee (on graduation)
You may be able to claim some travel and accommodation expenses when you're working on placement. Learn more about placement costs and expenses.
Other costs not covered by the tuition fee include:
- stationery
- personal computer or laptop and data storage devices
- printing
Accommodation and living costs, such as travel and food, are not included in your tuition fees. There may also be extra costs for retake and professional exams.
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Bursaries, scholarships and other funding
If you're a UK or EU student and your household income is under £25,000 a year, you may be able to get a University of Southampton bursary to help with your living costs. Find out about bursaries and other funding we offer at Southampton.
If you're a care leaver or estranged from your parents, you may be able to get a specific bursary.
Get in touch for advice about student money matters.
Scholarships and grants
You may be able to get a scholarship or grant to help fund your studies.
We award scholarships and grants for travel, academic excellence, or to students from under-represented backgrounds.
Support during your course
The Student Services Centre offers support and advice on money to students. You may be able to access our Student Support fund and other sources of financial support during your course.
How to apply
When you apply use:
- UCAS course code: B746
- UCAS institution code: S27
What happens after you apply?
We will assess your application on the strength of your:
- predicted grades
- academic achievements
- personal statement
- academic reference
We will also consider how your personal values align with the nursing profession.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview. You'll get an email from the admissions tutor if you're invited to the selection event. This will include information on how to prepare and what to expect during the session.
We'll aim to process your application within 2 to 6 weeks, but this will depend on when it is submitted. Applications submitted in January, particularly near to the UCAS equal consideration deadline, might take substantially longer to be processed due to the high volume received at that time.
Equality and diversity
We treat and select everyone in line with our Equality and Diversity Statement.
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
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