Overview:
Birmingham City University’s BSc (Hons) Nursing – Adult focuses on developing the knowledge, clinical skills and professional judgement required for adult nursing practice. The programme brings together nursing theory, health sciences, professional development and practical care, supporting students in understanding how to provide safe, evidence-informed and person-centred nursing.
What You'll Learn:
- Foundations of adult nursing practice
- Anatomy and physiology relevant to nursing assessment
- Principles and approaches to adult nursing care
- Health promotion and reducing health inequalities
- Care of acutely ill adults
- Assessment and management of long-term conditions
- Nursing leadership, advocacy and professional development
- Complex adult nursing care and care coordination
- Research and quality improvement in nursing
- Clinical practice and development of professional nursing skills
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, students will understand the principles underpinning adult nursing and how health sciences inform assessment and care. They will be able to apply nursing knowledge to a range of adult health needs, including acute and long-term conditions, while considering individual circumstances and health inequalities. Students will develop the ability to assess care needs, contribute to evidence-informed practice, communicate effectively and work within professional nursing responsibilities. They will also develop skills in leadership, advocacy, care coordination, research and quality improvement, alongside practical competence in adult nursing environments. The Birmingham City University International College progression information identifies BSc (Hons) Nursing – Adult as an available degree pathway.

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