Course Comparison
Course
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BSc (Hons) Midwifery | MNurs (Hons) Nursing (Adult Health and Child Health) |
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Award
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Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) | Master of Nursing - MNurs (Hons) |
Duration
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3 years | 4 years |
Assessment breakdown
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- | - |
Course type
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Full-time | Full-time |
Placement
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(with placements) | (with placements) |
Location
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Plymouth | Plymouth |
Provider
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School of Nursing and Midwifery | School of Nursing and Midwifery |
Entry requirements
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GCSEs Five GCSEs grade C/4. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application. Please note that if you do not have this GCSE profile please contact the Admissions Team directly on +44 1752 585858 or email: admissions@plymouth.ac.uk and they will be happy to advise you further. PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
UCAS tariff 120 - 128 points including a grade B in a science – preference is given to Chemistry, Biology or Physics but Psychology and Sociology may also be considered. Excluding general studies and key skills.
IB 30-32 overall to include a grade 5 at Higher Level in a Science subject - preferably in biology/human biology/chemistry/ physics but psychology may be considered. English and Maths accepted within – if Higher Level = 4 – if Standard Level = 5 – if overseas and not studying English within IB – must have IELTS where the overall score is at least 7.0, with a score of at least 6.5 in all elements.
Access Pass a named Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3, 30 at distinction level including 15 L3 credits biology. A further 15 credits at L3 must be at merit level. 5 GCSE’s grade C / 4 or above to include Mathematics, English and Science. Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application. Note the admissions tutor will consider the BTEC Level 2 in Science with a minimum of a merit overall in lieu of GCSE Science C / 4.
T level: Accepted pathway: Health. Must achieve a Merit overall to include a grade B in the Year One Core Component.
18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma DMM-DDM – needs to have strong science/health element.
BTEC National Diploma modules If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application. Equivalent qualifications may be considered, please contact admissions@plymouth.ac.uk. Extended entry requirements
Further information
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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 128 Tariff points to include a minimum of two A levels. Science, Health, or Social Science profile is preferred but any subject considered. General Studies excluded.
Access to HE Diploma Pass an Access to HE Diploma with 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction, including 15 in Science or Social Science. The remaining 15 Level 3 credits must be at Merit.
T level Accepted pathway: Health. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received.
BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma DDM – Science, Health, or Social Science profile is preferred but any subject considered.
International Baccalaureate 30 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
Degrees Previous degrees are considered at a 2:1 or above. Science, Health, or Social Science profile is preferred but any subject considered. We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our Extended entry requirements
Further informationDeferred entryUnfortunately we cannot permit deferred entry. However, if you have a query please contact the admissions team who will be able to explain the application process in more detail at admissions@plymouth.ac.uk. Direct entry to year 2If you have achieved certificated learning in addition to the entry criteria required for your programme of study, it may be possible to accredit this learning towards your chosen course. Full details on how to make an application are available on our open access MOODLE site
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