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Bachelor of Nursing (Adult)

At the Edinburgh Napier University, you’ll learn from expert tutors in a friendly, supportive environment and put theory into practice using cutting-edge facilities like the Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre. You’ll also gain hands-on experience through placements in both hospitals and community settings across the Lothian and Borders area—with 50% of the course delivered through real-world placement.

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Degree

BN Bachelor of Nursing (Adult)

Degree Duration

4 Years :

1 Year Pathway + 3 Year Degree

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Pathways Available

International Foundation Year

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Start Dates

September

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Degree Overview

At Edinburgh Napier University, you’ll learn in a supportive and welcoming environment, guided by expert tutors. You’ll have access to modern facilities like the Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre, where you can build confidence before stepping into real healthcare settings. As part of your course, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience through placements in hospitals and community settings across the Lothian and Borders region—with 50% of your course spent in real-world practice.

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Important

While earning your degree, you’ll also develop the key skills needed to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), including:

  • Communicating clearly and solving problems
  • Showing strong professional values
  • Delivering safe, confident care and making clinical decisions
  • Working as a team and showing leadership in healthcare settings

Study Reasons

Learn from industry-experienced tutors and train in state-of-the-art simulation and clinical skills facilities.

Gain hands-on experience with real-world placements in hospitals and community settings.

Study in Edinburgh, one of Europe’s most vibrant, student-friendly cities, rich in culture, history, and opportunity.

Your Pathways

The IFY will prepare you for the first year of your undergraduate degree. It’s made up of several core and subject-specific modules that will give you a greater understanding of your chosen subject area. The skills you develop through this programme will help you in your chosen degree, in your future career, and in all aspects of life.

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International Student Fees

You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.

Study Route  Tuition Fees 2024-2025 Tuition Fees 2025-2026
International Foundation Year £15,955
International stage One (IS1) £15,325 – £17,425 £15,325 – £17,425
International Stage Two (IS2) £15,955 – £16,375 £15,955 – £16,375
Pre-Masters (International Incorporated Masters – IIM) £9,445 – £12,670 £9,445 – £12,670

Please note: There is an additional £220 administration fee payable to Oxford International. Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course continued at Edinburgh Napier University.

Scholarships

Progression scholarships available for students moving into a degree from all our pathway routes*.
These are available for students from all countries and are automatic on application. ENU progression scholarships, applied to each year of study:

Undergraduate 2024-25
Biosciences……………………£3,000 per year
Business …………………….. £3,000 per year
Digital Media ……………… £3,000 per year
Engineering ……………….. £3,000 per year
Computing ………………….£3,000 per year
Mass Communications…£3,000 per year

* except BA (Hons) Business Management

To be eligible for a 2024/25 progression scholarship you must have enrolled on an ENUIC course that started in the 24/25 academic session.

Progression scholarships available for students moving into a degree from all our pathway routes*.
These are available for students from all countries and are automatic on application. ENU progression scholarships, applied to each year of study:

Postgraduate 2024-25
Arts & Creative Industries….. £3,0000 per year
Business ………………….. £3,000 per year
Computing ………………. £3,000 per year
Healthcare ………………. £3,000 per year

* except MSc International Business Management

To be eligible for a 2024/25 progression scholarship you must have enrolled on an ENUIC course that started in the 24/25 academic session.

Up to £4,000 off tuition of your pathway programme.

Please note you’ll have to apply for a pathway scholarship and only a selection of students will be awarded.  For more information on the scholarships we offer to international students please contact us.

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Applying is easy. Complete the online application form and follow the instructions. If you have any queries please contact us.

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