BSc Hons Nursing (Adult)

At Keele University, the Adult Nursing BSc (Hons) program is designed to give you far more than just textbook knowledge. From day one, you’ll be developing practical skills that are essential for a successful nursing career. Through hands-on learning in state-of-the-art facilities and real-world placements, you’ll gain confidence in caring for patients, working in teams, and making decisions in clinical settings. Keele makes sure you’re not just observing—you’re actively doing, experimenting, and learning by experience.

To help you build these skills, the program offers a variety of top-notch resources and opportunities:

• Clinical Education Centre (CEC): Located at the University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, the CEC provides a modern clinical learning environment with fully equipped clinical skills suites and realistic simulations, helping you practice a wide range of nursing procedures in a safe setting.

• David Weatherall Building: On campus, this building offers flexible teaching spaces, lecture theatres, seminar rooms, and a computer suite, giving you everything you need for group projects, interactive workshops, and independent study.

• Health Library at CEC: Access a rich collection of health-focused books, journals, and online resources, plus quiet study areas to support your research and learning.

• Simulation Suites and Skills Labs: Practice critical clinical skills and emergency scenarios in realistic, controlled environments to prepare you for real-life situations.

• Anatomy Suite: Dive deep into human anatomy with hands-on learning that strengthens your understanding of the body’s systems.

• Clinical Placements: Gain approximately 2,300 hours of real-world experience in hospitals and community settings, guided by experienced supervisors who help bridge the gap between theory and practice.

These experiences ensure that by the time you graduate, you’re not only knowledgeable but also confident, skilled, and ready to make a real difference in patient care.

Graduating from Keele University’s Adult Nursing BSc (Hons) program opens doors to a wide range of fulfilling careers in healthcare. You’ll leave equipped not only with solid theoretical knowledge but also with hands-on experience that employers value. Many graduates go on to take on essential roles where they can make a real difference in patients’ lives:

• Registered Adult Nurse: Deliver direct care to patients in hospitals and community settings.

• Community Nurse: Bring healthcare services directly to people’s homes, supporting patients in their own communities.

• Clinical Research Nurse: Contribute to important medical research that improves patient outcomes.

• Nurse Educator: Teach and mentor the next generation of nursing professionals in clinical or academic settings.

Keele University provides excellent support to help you launch your career and thrive in the healthcare sector:

• Careers and Employability Service: Receive one-to-one career advice, CV and interview guidance, and access to job listings tailored to healthcare roles.

• Graduate Support: Keele graduates can access career services for up to three years after graduation, giving continued guidance as you navigate your career.

• Inter-professional Learning: Work alongside students from other healthcare disciplines to strengthen teamwork skills and gain a holistic understanding of patient care.

• High Employment Rate: Nearly 100% of UK-based Adult Nursing graduates from Keele are employed within six months of finishing their degree.

• Competitive Salary: Typical starting salaries range from £25,000–£28,000, with an average around £27,000.

• Accreditation & Partnerships: The program is fully approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and collaborates with NHS Trusts and healthcare organizations to provide valuable placement opportunities.

Further Academic Progression:
If you’re looking to continue your studies, Keele offers several postgraduate options to help you specialize or take on leadership roles:

• MSc Nursing (Adult): Advance your clinical practice and leadership skills with this two-year program.

• Specialist Practice Courses: Focus on areas like critical care, community health, or mental health nursing to enhance your expertise and career prospects.

These pathways ensure that your learning doesn’t stop at graduation—Keele supports you in building a lifelong, rewarding career in nursing.