Please note this course is not available for International Students.
Applicants are normally expected to have achieved at least a 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject within the last five years (namely a health / life or social science related subject) and be able to demonstrate that they have undertaken 700 hours of healthcare related experience which can be mapped to the NMC progression point one core competencies.
GCSE requirements: In addition to the attainment of a suitable degree, the NMC requires that all applicants must demonstrate evidence of communication and numeracy, and these must be demonstrated via GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English or Welsh first-language or a recognised alternative.
‘Good Health and Good Character’: The NMC also require that evidence of ‘Good Health and Good Character’ be obtained, and in addition to the supportive reference to the application, the School has adopted the All Wales Good Character reference. Good Character is further assessed by way of a Full/Enhanced DBS report, and these are risk assessed by the partnership in accordance with the School’s policy. Good Health is assessed by the local Health Board’s Health at Work Unit, and students are monitored throughout the programme and supported where required.
Selection processes
- Submission of application. Only applications submitted through our Direct Application portal will be considered
- Short listing against agreed criteria (including: personal statement, references and numeracy and literacy requirements)
- Candidates who are successfully shortlisted will be invited to interview
- Enhanced DBS disclosure check.
- Occupational health review.
- If successful at interview, applicants will be invited to progress to part two of the selection process and will be invited to complete and submit their RPL/REPL portfolio.
Selection events and processes will involve lecturers in adult nursing, Health Board clinical staff, service user participants. Participants in the selection processes undergo training and support in diversity and equality as part of their professional development.
Evidence of achievement / Reflective Portfolio
Applicants who successfully progress to part two of the selection process will be required to complete an RP(E)L reflective portfolio that demonstrates achievement of the Year 1 progression points outlined in the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Standards for Pre-registration Nursing Education (NMC, 2018). As part of this portfolio, applicants must submit their BSc/BA certificate and a transcript of the modules completed during their degree.
This reflective portfolio must include specific examples and evidence showing how the applicant's healthcare experience demonstrates attainment of the required progression points. Evidence may include examples from practice experiences, study days attended, mandatory training, and references provided by employers. Applicants will also be required to complete a Declaration of Own Work, confirming they have exclusively completed the PRL/RPEL portfolio.
The assessment criteria for the portfolio are as follows:
- Authenticity: Is there clear evidence supporting full achievement of the Year 1 NMC progression criteria?
- Legitimacy: Is the achievement sufficient to meet the Year 1 NMC progression points?
- Time Frame: Are the claims based on experiences relevant to the current healthcare setting, i.e., within the last 3 years?
- Sufficiency: Is the evidence sufficient to fully demonstrate attainment of the claimed learning and experiences?
- Graduate Skills: Has the applicant demonstrated the expected level of study skills for entry at Level 7?
The portfolio will be reviewed by an academic staff member and assessed as pass or fail.
Further Important Information
- Dyslexia / Disability: Applicants with particular needs in relation to dyslexia or a disability are encouraged to declare this on the front cover of their RPL/REPL portfolio so that this can be considered when reviewing the evidence.
- There are a set number of funded places on this programme are (funding criteria and further information is available on the WEDS website).
- Students who accept a funded place for this course will be required to work within Wales for two years following graduation from the programme.
- Students with disabilities, on application, are supported by the University’s Disabilities Officer and the School’s Disabilities Advisor, and relevant risk assessments undertaken and adaptations where required, explored.
- Where there may be issues relating to Good Character, Good Health, or Disability that require further exploration or investigation, the School and the local Health Board’s Fitness for Practice Committee would be consulted.
- As this programme is funded by the Workforce, Education and Development Service (WEDS) international students will not be eligible to apply for this programme of study.
