Get Into Uni: Adult Nursing at Barrow, 8th July 2026

Event Overview

Thinking about a career in nursing or returning to education?

Join us for an interactive online event designed for adult learners exploring study at the University of Cumbria’s new Barrow campus — a modern facility delivering healthcare education closely linked to the Furness region and beyond.

We are sure this session will give you everything you need to feel confident about applying to university.

What to expect

During this session, you will:

Get to know the University

• Learn more about the University of Cumbria and our brand-new Barrow campus
• Hear about the student experience and what makes us a welcoming and supportive place to study – and how we support adult learners returning to education

Explore your chosen subject

• Explore course modules and learning styles
• Understand our placement opportunities with financial support
• How the course gives you the practical skills to start your journey into a nursing career

Understand the practicalities

• Entry requirements explained – including how your work or life experience could count
• Example timetables and flexible study options to help you balance learning with your life and work
• Application support, we can advise on how to apply, what documents you’ll need, and deadlines

Meet your future lecturers

Our friendly academic team will be there to guide you through what studying with us is really like, including their experience supporting mature and returning students.

Ask your questions

Use the live chat throughout the event to ask about the course, campus, student life, support, and anything else you want to know.

 

Retrain locally, study flexibly, and move into a secure healthcare career - supported every step of the way.

Book now