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Why you should study with us

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1st in Wales and 5th in the UK

All of our Nursing programmes are ranked 1st in Wales and 5th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2023.

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Research

As a member of the prestigious Russell Group, our degrees are recognised and highly valued by employers around the world.

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We are international

We provide global perspectives and opportunities through our teaching and placements in locations such as Grenada, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Fiji and Tanzania. Our adult nursing course now welcomes students from all over the world.

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Our location

Our school is situated in the heart of Wales’ biggest hospital, the University Hospital of Wales – so you will be immersed in a healthcare environment from day one. Cardiff is one of the UK’s cheapest and safest student cities.

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Our programme is funded

A full NHS bursary, including tuition fees and a non-repayable bursary for living costs, is available for our programmes. International students receive a tuition fee discount and a non-repayable bursary*

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Our facilities

Our high-tech simulation suites and equipment mirror the healthcare environments in which you will undertake placements and eventually work in as qualified professionals.


*Funding is subject to eligibility criteria. Find out more about the NHS Bursary and healthcare funding for international students.

Courses

Entry year

Bachelor of Nursing (Adult) Autumn Intake (BN)

Full time, 3 years

Nurses use their expertise and skills to make a genuine difference to the lives of patients and their families.

Bachelor of Nursing (Adult) Spring Intake (BN)

Full time, 3 years

Nurses use their expertise and skills to make a genuine difference to the lives of patients and their families.

Bachelor of Nursing (Child) (BN)

Full time, 3 years

Join our nursing programme, ranked in the top 3 in the Complete University Guide 2021 and validated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Bachelor of Nursing (Mental Health) Autumn Intake (BN)

Full time, 3 years

Mental health nurses work in a variety of settings to support and treat people who are living with or experiencing mental health problems.

Bachelor of Nursing (Mental Health) Spring Intake (BN)

Full time, 3 years

Join our nursing programme, ranked in the top 10 in the Complete University Guide 2019 and validated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Return to Practice (Nursing) (Institutional Undergraduate Credit)

Part Time Blended Learning, 20 weeks

Our Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) accredited short Return to Practice programme will build upon your existing experience and support you to re-register with the NMC.

Why study nursing?

Our students all have their own story and reasons for choosing their nursing course. What will yours be?

View more student stories in our YouTube playlist.

Our talks

Adult Nursing

Adult Nursing (BN) Admissions Tutor, Sandra Fender, provides an overview of the course - from how it is structured, to tips on how to apply.

Advice for International applicants considering Adult Nursing

Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing, Claire Job, will give you some advice about applying to this programme if you are an international applicant.

Child Nursing

Children's Nursing (BN) Admissions Tutor, Martina Nathan, provides an overview of the course - from how it is structured, to tips on how to apply.

Mental Health Nursing

Mental Health Nursing (BN) Admissions Tutor, Alex Nute, provides an overview of the course - from how it is structured, to tips on how to apply

Being a mental health nurse has allowed me to care for people at their most vulnerable, to have an opportunity to make a difference and to empower and support them in changing their lives. It's the best feeling in the world.
Rebecca Mental Health Nursing (BN) student

Facilities and locations

Hear from our students

Third year Adult Nursing (BN) student, Eleanor, talks about her experience of studying with us.

Adult Nursing

Third year Adult Nursing (BN) student, Eleanor, talks about her experience of studying with us.

Second year Children's Nursing (BN) student, Adam, talks about his experience of studying with us.

Child Nursing

Second year Children's Nursing (BN) student, Adam, talks about his experience of studying with us.

Second year Mental Health Nursing (BN) student, Jodie, talks about her experience of studying with us.

Mental Health Nursing

Second year Mental Health Nursing (BN) student, Jodie, talks about her experience of studying with us.

I have loved the variety of placement opportunities I’ve been given, especially with POLO. My job opportunities now look so broad.
Billie Children's Nursing (BN) student

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Guaranteed accommodation

If you arrive in September, you're guaranteed a single occupancy room, and you'll be allocated with other first-year students.

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Student life

Learn more about our sport and recreation, free language programmes, living costs, learning support and the Students' Union.

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Living costs

See how far your money goes by using our living costs calculator.

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Admissions policy

Undergraduate admissions information for the School of Healthcare Sciences.

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