Nursing (Top-Up) via Study Centres BSc (Hons)

Build on your experience, knowledge, and skills of nursing. Top-up your registered nurse qualification to a full honours degree in one year. Progress your career and embark on senior positions.

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Overview

All learning on the BSc (Hons) Nursing (Top-Up) course is underpinned by evidence-based practice that promotes the development of high-quality health care provision. There is a strong emphasis on relating nursing theory to clinical practice.

The course is carefully structured to enhance skills that allow you to meet a wider range of challenges. We work hard to ensure you have all the support that you need to build your confidence and professionalism.

Please contact your study centre for the duration and mode of this course.

Why us?

‘Top-up’ a registered nurse qualification to a full honours degree in one year of study

Course structure

We use various methods of teaching including lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials, independent learning and group work.

Each module involves an element of assessment using methods designed (where appropriate) to support professional development in clinical practice.

Modules on this course include:

Research Methods (20 credits)
Theory and Practice in Health Care (20 credits)
Evidence-Based Practice (20 credits)
Management of Care (20 credits)
Preparation for Mentorship (20 credits)
Law and Ethics in Health Care (20 credits)
Dissertation (40 credits)

Some modules have prerequisites. Read more about what this means in our Help and Advice article.

Facilities

This course is available at partner universities worldwide.

Please contact the Study Centre directly for information on facilities and location.

Entry requirements

We don’t currently display entry requirements for United States. Please contact the Student Admin team on studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk or 0191 515 3154.

Please contact the study centre for more information on their specific requirements and equivalent qualifications from outside the UK.

Is your qualification not displaying here? For international qualifications, search our full list of international entry requirements for this course.

Fees and finance

Please contact the International College of Business and Technology for information on fees and finance.

This information was correct at the time of publication.

Career ready

This course is for people who already hold a registered nursing qualification.

Degree qualifications are becoming increasingly vital for moving up to senior positions and our graduates have a strong record of career progression.

On successful completion of this course, you will have an honours degree that underlines your advanced clinical expertise and professionalism.

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Contact

Contact the Student Helpline for further information about studying at the University of Sunderland:

0191 515 3000

student.helpline@sunderland.ac.uk

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Page last updated: 21 September 2021

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