Overview

The University of Surrey’s Bachelor of Science (Adult Nursing) introduces the essential principles of adult nursing care and prepares students for professional healthcare environments. The curriculum emphasizes compassionate clinical practice, human biology, and the fundamental healthcare skills required to support adult patients across diverse medical settings. Developing this core clinical and theoretical knowledge is essential for delivering safe, high-quality nursing care and supporting positive patient outcomes across healthcare systems.

What You'll Learn

• Fundamentals of human anatomy, physiology, and altered health conditions in adults

• Core nursing values, professional ethics, and patient-centered communication techniques

• Basic clinical skills, infection prevention, and patient safety protocols

• The role of evidence-based practice and critical thinking in modern healthcare delivery

• Health promotion concepts and the social determinants impacting adult well-being

Learning Outcomes

Students will learn to demonstrate a basic understanding of human biological systems and common adult health conditions, while applying professional standards and ethical principles within foundational care contexts. Additionally, they will utilize effective communication strategies to interact appropriately with patients and healthcare teams, as well as evaluate introductory research to understand evidence-informed nursing interventions and perform fundamental clinical care tasks safely within simulated or supervised learning environments.