Nursing
UK nursing degrees combine academic study with NHS clinical placements. NMC-registered programmes prepare graduates for global healthcare careers.
Notable Nursing Programmes
A curated selection of top-ranked, distinctive and interesting nursing programmes across UK universities.
Nursing (Adult)
Florence Nightingale Faculty — the world's first professional nursing school
KCL's Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery and Palliative Care is the global birthplace of professional nursing education. Students gain clinical placements across South London's major NHS hospitals including Guy's and St Thomas'. The programme covers evidence-based practice, pharmacology, anatomy and clinical skills. NMC registration is awarded on successful completion.
Nursing Studies
Scottish four-year programme at a world top-20 university — NHS Scotland placements
Edinburgh's nursing programme benefits from the university's research expertise and the Scottish four-year degree structure, which provides additional depth and breadth. Clinical placements are in NHS Lothian hospitals and community settings. The programme covers adult, mental health and community nursing with a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and leadership.
Nursing (Mental Health)
Specialist mental health nursing pathway — one of the largest health faculties in the UK
Manchester offers a dedicated mental health nursing programme rather than a generic one. Students work with people experiencing psychosis, depression, anxiety and personality disorders across inpatient and community settings. Greater Manchester's large NHS trust network provides diverse placement opportunities. The programme leads to NMC registration as a mental health nurse.
Nursing (Adult)
Top-5 for nursing research — strong simulation suite and NHS partnership
Southampton's nursing programme benefits from the university's substantial health research portfolio. The purpose-built simulation centre allows students to practise clinical skills in a safe environment before hospital placements. The programme has strong partnerships with University Hospital Southampton and community providers across Hampshire. Teaching is evidence-based with a focus on patient safety and quality improvement.
31 universities offer this subject
King's College London
London · England · UK Rank #5
Cardiff University
Cardiff · Wales · UK Rank #26
City, University of London
London · England · UK Rank #36
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford · England · UK Rank #38
University of Dundee
Dundee · Scotland · UK Rank #44
Northumbria University
Newcastle · England · UK Rank #48
University of Bradford
Bradford · England · UK Rank #48
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield · England · UK Rank #50
University of Lincoln
Lincoln · England · UK Rank #52
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham · England · UK Rank #53
Coventry University
Coventry · England · UK Rank #53
Bangor University
Bangor · Wales · UK Rank #54
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth · England · UK Rank #58
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield · England · UK Rank #62
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester · England · UK Rank #67
Bournemouth University
Bournemouth · England · UK Rank #70
Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh · Scotland · UK Rank #72
University of Salford
Salford · England · UK Rank #76
University of West London
London · England · UK Rank #78
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow · Scotland · UK Rank #79
De Montfort University
Leicester · England · UK Rank #82
University of East London
London · England · UK Rank #84
University of Central Lancashire
Preston · England · UK Rank #86
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield · England · UK Rank #88
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge · England · UK Rank #89
Kingston University London
Kingston upon Thames · England · UK Rank #92
Middlesex University
London · England · UK Rank #93
University of Greenwich
London · England · UK Rank #94
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds · England · UK Rank #96
University of Bedfordshire
Luton · England · UK Rank #118
University of Suffolk
Ipswich · England · UK Rank #120
Career Pathways
Where a UK Nursing degree can take you — typical graduate starting salaries: £27,000–£42,000
Professional Accreditation
NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) approved programmes are essential for practising in the UK.
Subject Overview
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BSc Nursing
Part of the Florence Nightingale Faculty. Placements across major London NHS trusts from year one.
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31 programs across 25 universities
NMC-approved with clinical placements across three major London NHS trusts.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
The Nursing (Adult) programme at Oxford Brookes University offers an engaging curriculum designed to prepare graduates for diverse career paths.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
NMC-approved nursing programme with clinical placements across University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
NMC-approved with placements across South Yorkshire NHS trusts. Adult and mental health nursing pathways.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS trusts.
Explore Nursing (Adult) at Bournemouth University, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience and industry connections.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across NHS Lothian. Strong focus on community and adult nursing.
Explore Nursing (Adult) at Edinburgh Napier University, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience and industry connections.
NMC-approved with placements across Greater Manchester NHS trusts. Adult and mental health pathways.
NMC-approved with placements across West London NHS trusts. Adult and child nursing pathways.
Our Nursing (Adult) programme provides a rigorous foundation with opportunities for independent research and professional development.
Largest nursing school in Scotland. NMC-approved with placements across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across East London NHS trusts. Adult and child nursing pathways.
NMC-approved with placements across Essex and Cambridgeshire NHS trusts. Adult and mental health pathways.
Join our Nursing (Adult) programme and benefit from Middlesex University's research-led teaching and supportive learning environment.
NMC-approved with clinical placements across South East London NHS trusts.
Explore Nursing (Mental Health) at University of Greenwich, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience and industry connections.
Our Nursing (Mental Health) programme provides a rigorous foundation with opportunities for independent research and professional development.
Join our Nursing (Adult) programme and benefit from Leeds Beckett University's research-led teaching and supportive learning environment.
NMC-approved with placements across Suffolk and North East Essex NHS trusts. Adult nursing pathway.
Explore Nursing (Mental Health) at University of Suffolk, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience and industry connections.
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