Adult Nursing (Interviews) | University of Cumbria

Introduction

Congratulations on securing an interview. On this page, you'll find everything you need to know about our interview process.



Interview schedule

You will have received an email with an invitation to a Microsoft Teams interview. It is very important that you confirm that you are able to attend on this date. If you cannot attend we might be able to offer the opportunity to another candidate. Due to demand for places we cannot guarantee to offer an alternative date.


Please log into Microsoft Teams at least 5 minutes prior to your interview (to make sure that you give yourself time to sort any problems you may have joining). using the link in your email. The interviewing tutor will join you there at the time of your interview.


There will be a group introduction at the start of the interview process. This will take approximately 45 minutes. During the introduction, you will be allocated a time for your individual interview, and you will receive a separate Teams link for this.


The interview will take approximately 30 minutes.


Please note that you are expected to attend the group introduction. We will be unable to interview you on the day if you do not attend. Due to demand for places we cannot guarantee to offer an alternative date.


We look forward to meeting you and hope that you enjoy the day.



Location

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Your interview will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams.



PRE-INTERVIEW CHECKS


  • Please ensure that you have a photographic form of ID (such as a passport) ready to show to the camera during your individual interview. Please note that we will not be able to proceed with your interview if you do not provide photographic ID.

  • A pen and paper



What you need to prepare

Please ensure that you prepare in advance of your interview. We strongly recommend you review the NHS values and behaviours of:



  • Working together for Patients

  • Respect and Dignity 

  • Commitment to Quality of Care

  • Compassion

  • Improving Lives

  • Everyone Counts


Your interview will be conducted by a course tutor and representatives from the NHS may also be present.



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BSc (Hons) - Nursing/Registered Nurse: Adult Nursing

This course is designed to give you the perfect balance of theory and practice needed to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and practise as an adult nurse.

Our academic team are experienced practitioners with a wide range of clinical backgrounds. As well as delivering theoretical teaching based on the latest research and informed by patients’ experiences, they will support you throughout your degree to ensure your student experience is fulfilling and enjoyable.

On campus, you will immerse yourself in our student nurse community and take full advantage of our clinical skills and simulation facilities. These include our simulated ward areas, high-dependency care areas, home spaces, and immersive simulation room.

In addition to your academic study, you will spend equal time on placement within the clinical practice setting, including a wide variety of inpatient, hospital, and community placements throughout Cumbria and Lancashire. Our unique campus locations mean you will gain wide-ranging experience working with diverse patient groups in both rural and city areas.

The NHS Learning Support Fund, offering at least £5,000 per year, is available to eligible students. Click here for information and details of eligibility.



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Course Overview

Our Adult Nursing degree equips you with the essential knowledge, skills, and experience needed to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate person-centred care across a variety of healthcare settings.

You’ll study core topics such as biological sciences, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medicine management, communication, health promotion, and evidence-based practice. Alongside this, you'll develop a strong understanding of the professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities required of a registered nurse.

Clinical skills are developed both in university and on placement, with equal emphasis placed on theory and hands-on practice. You'll build confidence and competence as you work towards achieving the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) proficiencies through meaningful, real-world experiences.

Students studying at our Lancaster campus may have the opportunity to complete placements closer to home with Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals, Lancashire and South Cumbria Foundation Trust, and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay.

Independent study, teamwork, and collaboration with your peers are central to the course. We place a strong focus on helping you develop critical thinking, reasoning, and self-reflection skills, which are vital for a successful nursing career.

The University of Cumbria has excellent clinical skills and simulation facilities including simulated ward areas, high dependency care areas, home spaces and a dedicated ‘immersive simulation room’. These spaces are used throughout the duration of the course and enable you to practise and refine your skills before applying them in the real world.

On completion of the BSc Adult Nursing programme, you will meet the requirements for entry onto the Nursing and Midwifery Council register.

If you have already completed a FdSc Nursing Associate programme, you will have the opportunity to enter directly into the second year of this degree, enabling you to qualify as an adult nurse in just two years.

On this course you will...

  • Develop and accomplish the knowledge and skills you need to practice to enable the provision of evidenced-based person centred care as a registered nurse.
  • Develop skills of holistic assessment, clinical decision making and the ability to manage complex care in a variety of settings.
  • Learn and work alongside all fields of nursing and the multi-disciplinary team whilst on placement, and recognise the contribution of different health professionals' roles and expertise.
  • Develop skills through a variety of placements in hospital, community and voluntary settings, and through access to excellent clinical skills facilities which replicate working environments for skills teaching and simulated practice.
  • Prepare you to be a competent, safe practitioner for a future leadership role in nursing practice.
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What our students and graduates say

  • Oliver Reynolds, Nursing Student

    I chose Adult Nursing due to the ability to make a difference in someone's life when they are in need of it most, that thoroughly excites me. Being able to care and constantly learn about patients and their conditions is a big part.

    Oliver Reynolds, Nursing Student

    Originally from Morecambe and studying at Cumbria's Lancaster campus, Oliver joined the front lines at Lancaster Royal Infirmary during the coronavirus pandemic as part of his second-year placement.

  • Joshua Gilroy, Nursing Graduate

    After seeing the mixed quality of care his grandfather received Josh wanted to become a nurse to deliver quality care to others. Josh is now graduating and has got a newly registered job, ready for him upon graduation in Durham as a Community Staff Nurse.

    Joshua Gilroy, Nursing Graduate

    Graduating in 2022, Josh was inspired to go into nursing to make a difference.

    Discover Josh's Story
  • Cherish Otoo, Nursing Graduate

    Cherish was described by judges as “an exceptional and inspirational nurse trailblazer” who “emanates a modern-day Mary Seacole in every sense of the word”. Cherish has now graduated and secured a nursing role at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary Emergency Department.

    Cherish Otoo, Nursing Graduate

    Cherish won ‘Most Inspirational Student of the Year’ and the ‘Mary Seacole Award for Outstanding Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion’ at the 2022 Student Nursing Times Awards.

Related Courses

BSc (Hons) - Children's Nursing FdSc - Nursing Associate

Course Structure

What you will learn

You will spend 50% of the programme engaged in academic study and 50% of the programme on clinical placement. Here, you will be allocated a named practice assessor supervised and assessed by clinical practice staff. You will experience two different placements per year and these vary in length from 7 weeks to 12 weeks in duration. Placement 1 of each part (year ) is formatively assessed and Placement 2 is a summative assessment.

The theoretical input is delivered by our expert teaching staff and is based on the latest evidence and research, using a variety of teaching and learning approaches.

The programme will equip you to deliver safe and effective care to the highest standards and ensure you practice with compassion and confidence. You will be taught to make complex decisions regarding patient care in diverse settings and with different patient groups.

Year one

In Year One you will be introduced to the key concepts that underpin health and nursing practice. There are 4 academic modules and these are studied alongside students from the other nursing fields, with field-specific content to develop field identity
You’ll be introduced to the principles of holistic healthcare, exploring how physical, psychological, and social factors can influence patient wellbeing. Year One focuses on the importance of effective communication, professional and ethical practice, and how these are applied in real healthcare settings.
You will gain an introduction to evidence-informed care and the role of health and social care policy in shaping modern healthcare and nursing practice. Your learning in the biological science module will be reinforced through practical clinical skills sessions, delivered in a simulated ward environment. This is to help you develop confidence and apply theory to practice

  • Fundamentals of Nursing Practice NURS4001 40 credits
    Throughout this module, you will learn how to approach patient care with a person-centred and holistic mindset, recognising how this influences health and wellbeing. You will be introduced to different communication strategies that relate to diverse caring situations. Interacting effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team is an essential nursing skill and you will learn the tools to develop your communication skills. A significant focus will be on understanding the systematic process of assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating nursing care, providing you with a foundational framework for your future practice.
    This module is shared and taught across all nursing fields, with field-specific content integrated throughout the teaching. Here, you will be introduced to Adult Nursing and will explore principles of patient assessment, the use of assessment tools, and gain an understanding of acute and chronic health conditions, as well as nursing individuals and groups across the lifespan in the context of Adult Nursing.
  • Applied Biological Sciences for Health across the Lifespan NURS4002 20 credits
    This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts of anatomy and physiology essential for clinical practice. Here you will develop an understanding of how the body systems function. You will explore common diseases and conditions and understand the pathophysiological changes. You will explore key homeostatic mechanisms and the anatomy and physiology of human body systems. This module emphasises how biological sciences underpin assessment skills and clinical decision-making. Within this module you will be given the opportunity to practise your clinical assessment practical skills through simulated learning. This module is delivered and taught alongside all fields of nursing. This enhances the learning experience for all students and helps to develop a shared knowledge and skills base.
  • Concepts of Health & Wellbeing NURS4003 20 credits
    Here you will be introduced to the beliefs, values, attitudes, and behaviours in relation to health and well-being. You will examine the multifaceted determinants of health, including biological, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual factors, and their influence on wellbeing throughout a person's life. You will explore holistic health concepts and apply principles of health promotion and prevention of disease for diverse population groups. The module also covers health policy, literacy and economics, offering insights into the social and political contexts of healthcare. By integrating these perspectives, you will be introduced to the skills needed to promote person-centred care and address the complex needs of individuals across different cultural settings. This module is delivered and taught alongside all fields of nursing. This enhances the learning experience for all students and helps to develop a shared knowledge and skills base.
  • Fundamentals of Decision Making NURS4004 40 credits
    You will explore the legal, ethical and professional principles essential for effective decision-making in health and social care. You will examine relevant legislation, ethical frameworks, and the complexities of professional accountability. Key topics include legal duty of care, safeguarding and the role of professional regulatory bodies with focus on the NMC The Code. You will be introduced to research methodology, how to search for the evidence base and learn how to critically appraise the literature and research. By completing this module, you'll be equipped to apply the legal and ethical frameworks to practice, understand professional responsibilities, and uphold high standards of accountability and conduct within health and social care settings.
    This module is delivered and taught alongside all fields of nursing. This enriches the learning experience for all students and supports the development of a shared base of knowledge and skills.
Year two

In Year Two, you will deepen your knowledge and skills around the key principles that underpin nursing practice. You will develop a critical approach to nursing theory, nursing practice, and evaluate the complex range of factors that influence decision making within health and social care practice. You will develop an understanding of how individuals live with complex healthcare needs by examining the care for people with long term conditions, examining the care of the acutely ill person, and the provision of emergency care nursing practice. You will deepen your knowledge of pharmacology and medicine management, and how patients may be supported by alternative therapeutic interventions.

  • Therapeutic Interventions NURS5001 40 credits
    In this module, you will explore the principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, developing an understanding of drug safety and therapeutic monitoring, and how these concepts apply to a range of health conditions. You will learn how to apply medicines management and therapeutics to support safe, effective, and person-centred patient care, while working in line with relevant legislation and healthcare policies.
    The module will also support the development of your communication skills and ability to build therapeutic relationships within healthcare settings. By the end of the module, you will be able to use appropriate strategies to develop supportive relationships with individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring professional, empathetic, and effective engagement in therapeutic care.
  • Nursing Practice NURS5002 20 credits
    This module will develop your knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with complex care needs across a variety of care settings within your chosen field of nursing.
    You will further explore the role of the nurse in supporting people living with long-term and complex conditions, gaining a deeper understanding of their assessment, management, and ongoing care. Learning will be enriched through service user narratives, providing insight into the lived experience of managing long-term conditions.
    The module will also examine the realities of living with long-term conditions and the principles of end-of-life care, using examples relevant to your field of nursing. In addition, you will explore key policy frameworks, discharge planning, and the importance of effective decision-making and holistic care, delivered in partnership with individuals, their families, and the wider healthcare team.
    This module is shared and taught across all nursing fields, with field-specific content integrated throughout the teaching. Here, you will examine long-term and complex health conditions such as asthma, cardiovascular conditions, and bowel disease and explore how these are managed across a range of healthcare settings. The module will also consider the principles of discharge planning and end-of-life care, with a focus on their application within Adult Nursing.
  • Advancing Nursing Practice NURS5003 40 credits
    In this module, you will build upon the material you have already learned and will enable you to focus on the deteriorating person, thinking about assessment, the nursing care required, and the nurse's role in escalating concerns. The clinical skills required to deliver and prioritise care will be addressed, making close links between theory and practice. You will become familiar with the National guidelines and policies that inform patient care in the context of your field of nursing.
    This module is shared and taught across all nursing fields, with field-specific content integrated throughout the teaching. As an Adult Nurse, you will examine acute health conditions and the nurse's role in managing deteriorating patients. Examples such as sepsis, cardiovascular conditions, acute respiratory conditions and emergency care will be explored. You will also examine the national guidance that informs contemporary health care practice with a focus on Adult Nursing and address the ethical and professional challenges in acute, primary and community care contexts. You will learn how to respond to deterioration in adults and the older person. Case studies specific to adult nursing will inform your learning.
  • Advancing Decision Making in Professional Practice NURS5004 20 credits
    In this module, you will explore the factors that influence decision-making in healthcare and consider key questions such as: Who is responsible for keeping patients safe? and How are clinical decisions made in practice?
    You will examine concepts including human factors, unconscious bias, and risk in healthcare, alongside the frameworks that support safe and effective practice. Through this learning, you will develop an understanding of how nurses contribute to patient safety and high-quality care, and how informed decision-making underpins professional practice in healthcare settings
    This a shared module and learning will take place through structured learning, discussion on case studies from practice, and by learning in collaboration with each other.
Year three

In the final year of the BSc Nursing programme, you will prepare for the transition to NMC registration. Building on the knowledge and skills developed in Years One and Two, you will draw on your clinical experiences and learning throughout your nursing journey to further develop your confidence and competence in practice.
You will explore ways to support and empower individuals and communities to lead healthier lives, with a particular focus on community and public health. Year 3 also strengthens your leadership and decision-making skills, preparing you for the responsibilities of registered practice.
The focus in Year 3 of the programme is on consolidating your learning and supporting your development as a critical, autonomous, and competent nurse who is accountable for their actions and committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.

  • Public and Population Health NURS6001 20 credits
    This module will enable you to examine the factors that influence health and well-being. You will explore the health needs of communities with an emphasis on community empowerment when caring for groups of people. A key focus of this module is understanding how the determinants of health, health choices and policies influence the health outcome for different communities. You will develop a deeper understanding on the responsibilities of the nurse in the arena of public health
    This module is delivered and taught alongside all fields of nursing. This enriches the learning experience for all students and supports the development of a shared base of knowledge and skills.
  • Service and Quality Improvement NURS6002 40 credits
    What does best practice look like? Here, your learning will focus on service and quality improvement within health and social care. In this module, you will learn how to analyse how services can be evaluated and improved to enhance patient outcomes, safety, and the overall quality of care delivery.
    You will consolidate your understanding of evidence-based practice, revisiting key research methodologies and methods and how these are used to inform improvements in healthcare. You will also examine the theories and models that underpin change management, and how these can be applied in real health and social care settings.
    As you will now be preparing for NMC registration, you will be asked to i reflect on your own personal qualities, professional values, and leadership potential as a future nurse and agent of change. This module allows you to research a topic of your choice and apply it to a health care improvement proposal
    This module is delivered and taught alongside all fields of nursing. This enriches the learning experience for all students and supports the development of a shared base of knowledge and skills.
  • Consolidating Nursing Practice NURS6003 40 credits
    This module will consolidate the concepts of nursing practice and application to your relevant field of nursing. You will be learning further nursing skills in advanced communication and be confident in being a patient's voice in your role as a patient advocate. You will have awareness of advanced safeguarding, application of advanced medicine management skills and development of your delegation skills. You will learn how to negotiate difficult conversations and how to deal with uncertainty.
    This module is shared and taught across all nursing fields, with field-specific content integrated throughout the teaching. You will consolidate your skills and knowledge in Adult Nursing Practice. You will be equipped with the knowledge required for leading and managing care including skills of delegation, supporting learners, and models of preceptorship in relation to Adult Nursing. More advanced clinical skills will be taught in this module such as Immediate Life Support and Intravenous Medicine Administration, building your confidence in readiness for NMC registration.
  • Transition to Registered Practice NURS6004 20 credits
    In this module, you will be prepared for life as a registered nurse. Here, all that you have learned in your nursing journey will be brought together to help you succeed as a newly qualified nurse. In this module, you will learn about the requirements for maintaining professional registration and build on concepts such as critical reflexivity, professional identity, risk/resilience, human flourishing and healthful workplaces. Key concepts within this module include exploring your professional identity, developing a personal philosophy of nursing, legal, ethical and regulatory aspects of practice and navigating complex healthcare systems whilst understanding patients and families' experiences



    Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the course information. However, nursing programmes are subject to regular review and development. At times, changes may be necessary to satisfy the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council. We may also make changes to keep course content updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make changes to the programmes and delivery if we consider these to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
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