Nursing Studies | Top-up

Our BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies curriculum reflects contemporary clinical practice and recognises that the health and social care needs of patients and clients are changing. It aims to future proof your career by building on your existing professional experience, enabling you to progress in your chosen field.

As a registered clinical practitioner you will strengthen your competencies in areas such as critical reflection on clinical practice, clinical reasoning and ethical conduct, theoretical knowledge and practical abilities, to enable you to improve your practice to confidently manage and coordinate the evolving provision of clinical care.

We have a dedicated health library at the Clinical Education Centre, Royal Stoke Hospital, which houses a specialist stock of health and health related materials. With an open access IT suite, a quiet study area and a wealth of resources, you will be able to study within a focused and well-equipped learning environment. You will have access to a range of clinical databases, full-text journals and additional web resources. Our health facilities also extend to an Anatomy Suite and Clinical Skills Laboratory. On campus, Keele library also offers a wealth of learning resources, including our librarians, who are able to support you with a range of study skills.

Our academic staff and pathway leads come from a range of clinical backgrounds and have the a wealth of knowledge and relevant experience to support you throughout this Nursing Studies programme. Many of our staff are research active and all are registered with the appropriate professional body, such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

You can select one of the following pathways:

You will be required to complete the following modules:

You can then choose electives (usually 45 credits). This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

Apply Now - Nursing Studies (generic route)

You can choose a 15 credit elective module. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

Apply Now - Contemporary Rheumatology Pathway

You can choose a 15 credit elective module. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

This Critical Care Pathway is currently only available for students who hold postgraduate qualifications and wish to RPL (recognition of prior learning) modules into this pathway.

Apply Now - Critical Care Pathway

You can choose a 15 credit elective module. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

Apply Now - Fundamentals in General Practice Nursing Pathway

Research Application in Clinical Practice

Applied Advanced Healthcare Leadership and Management

Independent Professional Practice Development

Dissertation

You can then choose online elective modules to total 30 credits. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

Apply Now - International Pathway

You can then choose a 15 credit elective module. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

Apply Now - Neonatal Pathway

You have the option to gain an intermediate Graduate Certificate which is the equivalent to the first year of study towards the full Clinical Practice BSc.

We provide a supportive learning environment for you throughout your studies. You will be allocated an academic mentor from the School who will be your first point of contact for academic advice and guidance.

Based within our Faculty is a Student Experience and Support team who have a member of the team dedicated to the School of Nursing and Midwifery. As part of Keele’s student services, they work closely with teams across Keele to ensure you can easily access the support you need.

There is peer support, and additional help is available from the School's Disability Inclusion Tutor who provides an additional layer of support for all students, particularly for those who have special learning needs.

You will have access to advice and support services at Keele which include;

The local NHS Trusts also provide counselling services.

All of our courses require an English language qualification or test. For most students, this requirement can be met with a 4 or C in GCSE English. Please see our English Language guidance pages for further details, including English language test information for international students. For those students who require an English language test, this course requires a test from .

95% of Keele students are in employment or further study within 15 months of finishing their studies (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2019/20)

Previous Nursing Studies graduates have gone on to pursue specialist and advanced practice roles or continued their studies on other programmes.

Enhance your employability

Keele’s Careers and Employability team (Shortlisted for Best University Careers Employment Service - National Undergraduate Employability Awards, 2021), offers a variety of personal and career development opportunities to enhance your employability.

From mock interviews, careers guidance and CV advice, to careers fairs, alumni mentoring and networking events, along with helping you find part-time and graduate employment - the team will support you throughout your studies and beyond.

Find out more about our careers and employability services, including career planning, alumni mentoring, jobs, internships, starting your own business and much more.