Course Comparison

Course
FdSc Nursing Associate BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult Health) with Integrated Foundation Year
Award
Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons)
Duration
2 years 4 years
Assessment breakdown
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Course type
Full-time Full-time
Placement
(with placements) (with placements)
Location
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Provider
School of Nursing and Midwifery School of Nursing and Midwifery
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff
64 to 96 points
A Levels
64 to 96 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels
BTEC
MPP to MMM – Science or health related subject preferred
Access
Pass a Science or health related access with 15 Level 3 credits at Merit and 30 at Pass
GCSE
GCSE English and Maths at a Grade C/4. Equivalents may be considered
Equivalent qualifications may be considered, including workplace delivered NVQs, please contact admissions@plymouth.ac.uk.
In addition to the above, evidence of academic study within the last five years is usually required. Ideally this should be one of the qualifications listed here, but the admissions team will assess on a case-by-case basis.
Additional requirements:
  • Able to demonstrate values and behaviours in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC, 2018)
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years old on commencement of the programme.
You must also complete:
  • DBS Enhanced Disclosure
  • Overseas Check
  • Occupational Health Screening
  • Self-disclosure document
We are unable to consider applicants who will require a Student visa to study on this course.
GCSEs
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above to include Mathematics, English, and Science. Consideration may be given to Functional Skills Level 2 in Mathematics. Please note we do not accept Functional Skills Level 2 in English, or Key Skills in Maths or English, or Adult Literacy/Numeracy.
Plus one of the following:
A levels
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Access to HE Diploma
Pass an Access to HE Diploma – Science, Health, or Social Science profile is preferred but any subject considered..
BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma
PPP – Science, Health, or Social Science profile is preferred but any subject considered.
International Baccalaureate
24 points overall. Science, Health, or Social Science profile is preferred but any subject considered. English, Mathematics, and Science accepted within as GCSE equivalent at higher level = 4, standard level = 5
T level
Pass overall. Health or Science pathway is preferred but any subject considered.
Other
Applications from students with non-standard qualifications, including those without science qualifications at level 3, are welcomed and are assessed on an individual basis. This course is also suitable for those returning to study who can offer work or other related experience in place of formal qualifications and who have the equivalent of basic mathematical, English and science skills (i.e. the equivalent of a grade C at GCSE level).
English language
Applicants where English is not their first language must also provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English and a minimum IELTS score of at least 7.0, with a minimum score of 6.5 in any section. English language requirements .
We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.
Extended entry requirements
  • In addition to the above, evidence of academic study within the last five years is usually required. Ideally this should be one of the qualifications listed here, but the admissions team will assess on a case-by-case basis.
  • Meeting the academic minimum is the first stage of an application being considered. Applicants must also submit a strong personal statement in order to be considered further.
  • We will require an academic reference and an employer reference as part of the application process.
  • Attend an interview.
  • You must pass