Nursing Studies, BN (Hons)

The Bachelor of Nursing (BN) with honours programme integrates global, UK, and Scottish healthcare perspectives, enabling close collaboration with academic staff active in international nursing leadership, research, and practice. It balances theoretical and clinical skills at the University with placements in community and inpatient settings, including hospital areas such as admissions, emergency care, critical care, rehabilitation, and surgical/medical wards, plus specialist services like research teams and advanced practitioners. This structure adheres to Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards, preparing students for dynamic healthcare environments.Graduates develop critical thinking, teamwork, leadership, innovation, adaptability, and clinical proficiency, qualifying for NMC registration as adult nurses upon meeting requirements. Benefits include a vibrant University of Edinburgh community, innovative simulations, interprofessional learning with medical students, a four-week UK or international elective, personalised options, dedicated student support, and teaching by research-active staff.