About this course
This degree will give you the knowledge and skills you need to provide evidence-led and compassionate nursing care to adults. Your learning at Southampton, a global leader for nursing, will be supported by world-class educators and researchers.
You will study:
the science that underpins nursing
the evidence base behind the nurse's role
how nurses promote health and help people maintain health and well-being
You'll develop practice skills through a range of nursing placements, and benefit from simulated practice and clinical skills teaching. You will also learn with and from students of other health professions.
Practice placements will normally be in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in a mixture of hospital and community settings across 6 trusts.
To prepare you for your future role, this degree will help you to:
develop skills in assessment, decision-making and managing complexity across a range of healthcare environments
understand the nature of health needs within a global context
become confident in embracing the technology and innovation needed to meet people's future health needs
prepare for a future nursing leadership role in clinical or academic settings
When you have successfully completed the programme, you will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a registered nurse (adult).
Course location
This course is based at Highfield, Southampton.
Awarding body
This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.
Download the programme specification
The programme specification sets out the learning outcomes of this course and details how the course is taught and assessed.