Overview

Nurses form the backbone of healthcare systems worldwide, caring for patients through everything from acute illness to long-term conditions, and demand for skilled professionals in the field remains consistently high. The BN (Hons) Nursing (Adult) at the University of Portsmouth is developed with NHS partners and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, combining rigorous scientific study with extensive simulation-based training before students move into real clinical placements. Learning takes place in a dedicated simulation suite, including mass casualty exercises, alongside placements across hospitals, clinics and community settings supported by registered clinical mentors. The course suits students who want a practically grounded route into nursing, with strong graduate employment outcomes and eligibility for professional registration on qualifying.

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What You'll Learn

• Anatomy, physiology and the science underpinning safe nursing practice

• Person-centred care planning that puts patients and families at the centre of decision-making

• Assessment and management of acutely ill adults across different stages of life

• Care for patients with complex, long-term health conditions

• Evidence-based decision-making and its role in shaping healthcare practice

• Leadership, service improvement and the safe, effective delivery of care

• Professional, ethical and legal standards required of a registered nurse

• Extensive simulation training and clinical placements across hospitals, community and primary care settings

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to assess and plan holistic, person-centred care for adult patients across a wide range of clinical conditions and settings. They will be equipped to apply their scientific and clinical knowledge to manage acute illness, long-term conditions and complex care needs safely and compassionately. Through extensive simulation training and clinical placements, students will develop strong practical, communication and leadership skills relevant to real nursing practice. Graduates will be eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, ready to pursue a wide range of nursing career paths across primary, secondary and community care.