Beyond Nursing

Nursing is more than a career. You get to make a difference every single day.

At BCU, we believe nursing goes beyond hospital and healthcare settings. From caring for patients to supporting families and communities, it goes beyond todays challenges to shape the future of healthcare.

Our nursing degrees prepare you for a rewarding, life changing career, whether you choose to work with adults, children, people with learning disabilities or those with mental health needs in hospital, community or home settings. Through hands on placements, state of the art simulation facilities and teaching from experienced professionals, you will develop the skills to lead with confidence from day one.

Reach beyond with Nursing at BCU.

It always starts with a reason. A moment that makes you realize you want to show up for people when they need it most. In the UK, there are over 750,000 nurses and midwives forming the backbone of the NHS and wider care system. At Birmingham City University, you become part of that story. As one of the largest providers of undergraduate nursing education in the UK, BCU is helping shape the workforce the country depends on, not just with skills, but with patience, empathy, [music] and courage. Here you learn how to step into the hard moments, the ones that stay with you long after the shift ends. Every person we care for is different. Every story, every smile, every challenge. [music] With our practice-based learning, you don't just learn how to care, you learn how to lead. In the West Midlands alone, thousands of nursing students train each [music] year to support one of the UK's most diverse and fast growing populations, making a real difference in the communities around them. Some days push you, we practice, we repeat. [music] We get it wrong. We get it right together. Then you look around and realize you're part of something bigger, stronger, and making an impact. Nursing doesn't stay [music] inside hospitals. Across the UK, over half of all patient care happens in community and primary care settings, reaching classrooms, community centers, and care homes every single [music] day. Join our community and make a difference. Search BCU nursing.

Adult nursing MSc

Nursing and Midwifery

Adult Nursing

Key details

Level Undergraduate

Study mode Full-time

Award BSc (Hons)

Start date Sep 2026, Jan 2027

Location City South Campus

Our BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing degree will provide you with the clinical skills and experience you need to be a professional nurse. You will spend time on placement in community, hospital, home or simulated practice learning environment settings at a location anywhere within the West Midlands region and beyond.

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MSci Mental Health and Child Nursing

Nursing and Midwifery

Child Nursing

Key details

Level Undergraduate

Study mode Full-time

Award BSc (Hons)

Start date Sep 2026, Jan 2027

Location City South Campus

Are you a compassionate individual with an interest in caring for children? Our Children's Nursing BSc (Hons) course expertly supports you in gaining the knowledge and skills to deliver professional and compassionate Family Centred Care.

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Mental Health nursing 19-20

Nursing and Midwifery

Mental Health Nursing

Key details

Level Undergraduate

Study mode Full-time

Award BSc (Hons)

Start date Sep 2026, Jan 2027

Location City South Campus

Our BSc (Hons) Nursing - Mental Health degree will provide you with the clinical skills and experience needed to be a professional practitioner. You will spend time on placement in community, hospital, home or simulated practice learning environment settings at a location anywhere within the West Midlands region and beyond.

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Nursing and Midwifery

Learning Disability Nursing

Key details

Level Undergraduate

Study mode Full-time

Award BSc (Hons)

Start date Sep 2026, Jan 2027

Location City South Campus

Learning disability nurses can make a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and their families. Study learning disability nursing at one of the country's largest nursing colleges to gain all the knowledge and experience needed to fulfil the role of a learning disability nurse.

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MSci Nursing courses

Our MSci Nursing Courses Dual Award are integrated degrees, meaning you complete both undergraduate and postgraduate-level study and are able to apply for Registered Nurse Status in two fields of nursing upon completion.

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Adeola | Mental Health Nursing

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