BSc Nursing (three-year ordinary degree)*
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
Entry requirements
Scottish Higher: Standard - BBC Minimum - BCC A Level: BB/CDD Irish Leaving Certificate: H2 H3 H3 International Baccalaureate: 24 points International: IELTS of 7.0 (with no component below 7.0 for reading, speaking and listening, and 6.5 for writing) Required subjects: It would be preferred that all combinations of qualifications include a science and discursive subject at the higher level such as Scottish Higher or A Level. Applicants without this, must have achieved National 5 English and a Science subject at grade C or above. Mathematics is also required at National 5 C or above or equivalent. We can also accept National 5 Application of Mathematics or Lifeskills at the same grade. Mature/Access: Applicants with Access qualifications must demonstrate a strong academic profile. We welcome applications from mature students with other relevant experience and qualifications. More information on related Access courses . Am I a Widening Access student?: We apply the minimum entry criteria to applicants who meet one or more contextual factor. To see if this would apply to you, please refer to the access and application page. Direct Entry: Applicants with prior learning (eg HNC Healthcare Practice or equivalent) may be considered for advanced standing, subject to: Evidence of 120 SCQF Level 7 credits Completion of required bridging modules (eg asynchronous Biosciences module and Study Skills module) Evidence of 600 practice learning hours, but applications will be considered on an individual case-by-case basis For further details of related HNC and HND courses, visit our College Leavers and Mature Students Advice page . Other requirements You will be offered immunisation against Hepatitis B. A satisfactory criminal records check from the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme, an occupational health check and personal indemnity insurance (normally through membership of the professional body) are required. The NMC requires you to complete a declaration of good heal
About this course
BSc Nursing (three-year ordinary degree), covering nursing practice across the lifespan. The programme includes practice learning experiences in a variety of healthcare settings, supported by clinical mentors. On completion, graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Adult Nurse. This route leads to a nursing qualification in three years rather than the four required for the BSc (Hons) or Master of Nursing pathways.
Modules
- Applied Biosciences for Nursing Practice 1
- Exploring the Theories and Art of Nursing
- Nursing Research 1 - Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing
- Introduction to Active Learning Communities 1
- Analysing the Theories and Art of Nursing
- Nursing Research 2 - Understanding and Critiquing Evidence and Knowledge to Develop Nursing Practice
- Active Learning Communities 2
- Applied Biosciences for Nursing Practice 2
- Applied Biosciences for Nursing Practice 3
- Applying the Theories and Art of Nursing
- Nursing Research 3 - Understanding and Critiquing Evidence and Knowledge to Develop Nursing Practice