Frequently Asked Questions

All programmes commence in September/ October except for the BSc (Hons) Midwifery 78wk programme which commences in June. We also have a March intake for the Adult Nursing Diploma in Higher Education. For further details on each programme please review the following link- Undergraduate Study

For all Degree programmes, apply online through UCAS (University & Colleges Admissions Service) Tel: 0870 1122211 www.ucas.com 

Your UCAS personal statement should indicate to us;

• Why you feel you are suited to the profession.

• Insight of what Nursing/Midwifery/ODP/Paramedic Practice involves

• Detail of your experience in a care environment or other relevant positions of responsibility.

• How your skills match those required to be a Nurse/Midwife/ODP/Paramedic.

Please note the 78 wk BSc (Hons) Midwifery shortened programme is only available to qualified Nurses. You must apply online through UCAS. UCAS applications can be made from mid-September and we would urge candidates to apply as soon as possible after this.

For 2nd NMC Registration shortened programmes, apply online through UCAS, giving detailed information of your previous registration. 

Please review the following link for details on each programme - Undergraduate Study

• You need to be eligible to have your fees paid by the NHS – please check online at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students
• You can be sponsored by your Trust if already in employment (please contact your Trust for further information and approval)
• All offers are conditional on satisfactory occupational health checks and successful Criminal Records Bureau checks
• You must be able to follow 24 hour/7-day shift pattern and to meet travel requirements for placements

Yes you can apply, but you need to declare the issue both on your application form and at interview. These will always appear on your CRB and they are not time limited, so whenever the incident occurred you need to honestly declare it so that appropriate enquiries can be made prior to offering you a place.

You should apply online through UCAS from mid-September ( www.ucas.com & Tel: 0870 1122211)

.The deadline is the 15th of January. Applications received after the UCAS deadline may not be considered after this date.

If you are offered a place – the offer will be unconditional or conditional. An unconditional offer is made if you already meet the entrance requirements and have the evidence to show this. 

A conditional offer is made if you still have conditions to meet, for example you are still studying or further references are required. Please carefully check UCAS track for details of your specific conditions. 

All offers are dependant upon successful clearance of Occupational Health & CRB checks. It is vital that you meet all your conditions before starting the course.

All pre-registration student will receive their programme induction packs at least one month before the programme commences

You need to be eligible to have your fees paid by the NHS as the tuition costs are unable to be privately funded – please check online at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students as to the criteria

A Bursary is an annual payment awarded to cover day to day living costs for students whilst they are studying. It is not subject to Income Tax or National Insurance contributions. It is paid by the NHS Student Grants Unit (SGU).

For further information about bursaries including eligibility, applying, payments and other allowances, please see the NHS bursary website www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students

Please use the following link to review our assessment office web pages