Why study MSc Adult Nursing at BU?

  • The NMC permit prior learning, in any subject, to be recognised where it meets course outcomes and requirements - applicants will need to demonstrate this in an entry portfolio
  • Blending theory with real-world experience, this course helps you develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to register and practice as a registered adult nurse
  • You will complete dedicated study at Master’s level to achieve a postgraduate qualification, with a focus on research skills and leadership
  • 50% of the course is spent in practice placements to gain practical nursing experience in diverse locations like hospitals, community homes, private clinics and community nursing teams
  • Newly built skills facilities include simulated hospital wards and community home settings, allowing you to learn and practice various nursing procedures safely
  • Our annual Careers Fair has numerous healthcare exhibitors in attendance, helping you to gain employment as a registered nurse on completion of the course.

Not sure which nursing course is for you? Read our guide  to nursing courses at BU.

Find out more about the content of this course.

Funding support: Nursing students may be eligible for a non-repayable government training grant of at least £5,000 a year. Find out more information about the funding. Students enrolling on this course may also be eligible to apply for loans from the Student Loans Company. These loans are the same as those available to undergraduate students. International students are not eligible for this funding.

This Master’s degree is open to applicants with a first-degree or a higher degree, making use of the Nursing & Midwifery Council’s (NMC) provision for prior learning to achieve professional registration as a nurse via a two-year postgraduate level course. 

Key information

Next start date:

September 2025

Location:

Bournemouth University, Lansdowne Campus

Duration:

2 years full-time, including mandatory placements.There is no part-time study option.

Accreditations:

Nursing & Midwifery Council

Entry requirements:

A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 or equivalent in any subject. 

International entry requirements:

For September 2025 entry: If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other components. The NMC also accept the Occupational English Test (OET) with at least a grade C in the writing section, and at least a grade C+ in the reading, listening and speaking sections. 

For more information check out our full entry requirements.