BSc Hons Nursing Professional Practice (Final Year Entry)

Empowering Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) to achieve academic success, professional recognition, and confidence in UK healthcare practice. This innovative top-up degree has been designed specifically to support IENs in bridging the gap between their prior learning and the expectations of UK higher education and professional nursing standards.

Through a carefully structured curriculum, you will develop advanced academic writing, critical thinking, and research skills while deepening your knowledge of person-centred care, long-term health conditions, and professional practice. Our dedicated teaching team understands the unique challenges faced by IENs, including acculturation, academic transition, and adapting to UK healthcare systems, and will provide personalised guidance throughout your journey.

The course fosters a supportive and inclusive learning environment, with opportunities to enhance clinical decision-making, leadership, and reflective practice. On graduation, you will hold a UK honours degree and be fully prepared to excel in complex healthcare settings, drive positive change, and make a meaningful contribution to the nursing profession both in the UK and internationally

Please note: This course is available to international students only. It is designed for overseas qualified nurses who have already completed a relevant Level 5 qualification and wish to continue their education at the University of Greenwich to achieve BSC (Hons) degree award.

• Applicants must be currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Nurse in their home country and working as a qualified nurse within the last 12 months.
• Applicants will be required to meet registration criteria from their country of origin, and their qualifications must be comparable to UK Higher Education Diploma level (level 5) as recognised by ENIC.
• Applicants must have 240 credits of which 120 credit -level 4 and 120 credit-level 5 (an equivalent to Diploma in Higher Education) to enrol on this programme at level 6.
• An appropriate visa for entry to study in the UK.

In addition you will need:

Applicants must show prior study in English or achieve a minimum IELTS overall score of 6.5 and minimum 6.0 in each component (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening) or equivalent rating in another Secure English Language Test.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Teaching methods develop clinical skills, knowledge, and professional values, while assessments align with career pathways. These outcome of learning objectives set in this programme will help in future career as a nurse in UK. Employability support includes CV writing, job applications, interview prep, and career fairs. Students can join the Greenwich Employability Passport and access online resources for career development.

Do you provide employability services?

You may choose to apply to work in the UK after completing your studies. If you wish to work as a qualified nurse in the UK, you will need to successfully complete the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Test of Competence as well as OSCE(Objective Structured Clinical Examination) in Nursing. You will also be required to evidence your knowledge of English. Note: "This course does not confer NMC registration or a nursing PIN. However, its designed to support internationally educated nurses in consolidating their knowledge and skills, providing a foundation that may assist in preparation for NMC Registration."