What you'll study

This adult nursing degree has been designed with input from students, service users and our partners in the NHS and independent sectors. It aims to equip you with the clinical skills and evidence-based knowledge you will need to be an effective and compassionate adult nurse.

You will learn how to:

provide, lead and coordinate care that is compassionate and evidence-based

care for people in healthcare settings including their own homes, in the community and in hospital

help promote health, protect health and prevent ill health

empower people, communities and populations to take control of their own health decisions and behaviours

care for people of different ages, backgrounds, cultures and beliefs

care for people with complex mental, physical, cognitive and behavioural care needs

care for people at the end of their life

work across health- and social care services

play a proactive role in multidisciplinary teams

think critically and apply your knowledge and skills

provide expert, evidence-based nursing care

be emotionally intelligent and resilient, while managing your personal health and wellbeing.

Support

At UWL, we understand how important support is to your success. On this course we offer:

dedicated teaching staff who are specialists in their fields, bringing extensive clinical experience in both acute and community care settings

access to cutting edge simulation facilities (including virtual reality and an immersive room) helping you to practice your skills in a safe environment

a variety of teaching and assessment strategies, which will increase your confidence and capacity to learn, helping you to fulfil your potential

a personal tutor to guide you through your course and offer personalised feedback on your progress

access to the extensive range of UWL’s student support services

access to group and individual study support and a dedicated subject specialist librarian.