Nursing Degrees Online

Level 1

Course title
Points
Next start
UK fee

An introduction to health and social care (K101) or
60
Oct 2009
-
An introduction to health and social care (KYN101)
60
Oct 2009
-

And
Introducing professional practice and knowledge (KYN107) or
60
Sep 2009
-
Introducing professional practice and knowledge (KZL107)
60
Jul 2009
£785

Subject to the rules about excluded combinations, the discontinued courses K100, KYN100, KZX100, KYU100

Level 2

At least 120 points from the following:

Adult branch:

Course title
Points
Next start
UK fee

Developing adult nursing practice (KYN291)
30
Apr 2009
-
Human biology (SK277) or
30
Oct 2009
-
Human biology (SKYN277)
30
-
-
Refining adult nursing practice (KYN292) planned for first presentation in July 2010
-
-
-
Refining professional practice and knowledge in adult nursing (KYN279)
20
Aug 2009
-
Reflecting on whole lives: diverse perspectives on health and illness (KYN275)
30
Oct 2009
-

Or subject to the rules about excluded combinations, the discontinued courses KYN276, KYN278,

OR

Mental health branch:
Challenging ideas in mental health (K272) or
30
Nov 2009
-
Challenging ideas in mental health (KYN272)
30
Nov 2009
-
Developing mental health nursing practice (KYN293)
30
Apr 2009
-
Diverse perspectives on mental health (K225) or
30
Feb 2010
-
Diverse perspectives on mental health (KYN225)
30
Oct 2009
-
Refining mental health nursing practice (KYN294) planned for first presentation in July 2010
-
-
-
Or subject to the rules about excluded combinations, the discontinued courses K257, KYN257, KYN271, KYN273, KYN274.

If you’re a registered and practising nurse, the OU’s Nursing Studies degree puts an honours degree within your grasp. The degree prepares you for the challenges faced in nursing practice through the continuation of lifelong development of skills and knowledge to work with the complexity of practice – and the challenges in providing nursing care in the complexity of a modern healthcare system. It will enable you to develop your reflective and evidence-based practice, and equip you to develop the skills needed to critically challenge nursing care taking into account the dynamic social, cultural, spiritual, legal, political and economic factors affecting care delivery.

Planning your studies

All entrants to the BA/BSc(Hons) in Nursing Studies must have successfully completed a registered nurse qualification with a UK Higher Education Institution (HEI) awarding body and provide evidence of current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC pin number).

If you hold a Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in Nursing or equivalent 240-point qualification(s):

if your DipHE was awarded by the OU, you can register your intention to study for this degree when you register on individual courses

if your DipHE in Nursing or equivalent was awarded by another HEI, you will need to apply for credit transfer towards the Level 1 and Level 2 requirements of this degree – see ‘Credit for previous study elsewhere’ section below

you only require 120 points from the list of Level 3 courses below.

If you hold a Registered General Nurse qualification that has been approved for credit by the University and have less than 240 credit points:

you will need to apply for credit transfer towards the Level 1 and Level 2 requirements of this degree – see ‘Credit for previous study elsewhere’ section below

your claim will be assessed and if there is any shortfall of credit at Level 2, you will be advised of an appropriate study plan derived from the courses listed below.

Entry to the pre-registration nursing programme at the OU requires you to be sponsored by your employer.

Nursing is a demanding and responsible profession, but it’s also a very rewarding one. You have the satisfaction of knowing that you’re making a real difference to people’s experiences of illness and in promoting the health of individuals and communities. Nursing adults in the NHS or a private hospital or clinic may appeal to you, or you may want to specialise in mental health nursing in any of these settings. The pre-registration nursing programme is an exciting, innovative, work-based learning programme but also a demanding one, leading to a Diploma in Higher Education and registered nurse status.

Because we offer the programme in partnership with employers, you can’t register yourself. Your employer must register you as part of a group. Please contact our Student Registration & Enquiry Service for further information. Further information can also be found on the Faculty of Health & Social Care website.

At post-registration level, we offer a choice of courses to help you build on your existing qualifications. All provide a great way to develop your skills and knowledge while continuing to earn. If you already hold a nursing diploma, choose from the BA or BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies or the BSc (Hons) Nursing Practice for a great way of gaining a degree on a part-time basis while continuing to work. We also offer the postgraduate programme in Advancing Healthcare Practice.
Where to start in Nursing

If you’re on the pre-registration nursing programme, start with An introduction to health and social care (KYN101). (You can study Introducing professional practice and knowledge (KYN107) at the same time). You’ll learn how to study at university level, get a thorough grounding in your chosen area of study and, in addition, you’ll become a confident distance learner.

If you do not yet meet the numeracy requirements for the pre-registration nursing programme, you should consider taking Starting with maths (Y162).

Starting with maths (Y162)

Don’t forget that if you need help considering options you can talk to an adviser. And if you have some previous study experience you may qualify for credit transfer.

Designed for working nurses who want to build on prior nursing education, this program will equip you with the theory-based knowledge and skills to work in many of the new expanding fields of nursing. You will be prepared to lead health-care teams, coordinate and plan nursing care for a variety of clients, collaborate with other health professionals, and make confident, independent decisions. As a BSN graduate, you will be prepared to assume leadership roles for coordinating and planning nursing care. Job opportunities are fast-growing and diverse. The baccalaureate nursing program also serves as the foundation for graduate nursing studies. Fully accredited by NLNAC.

Location: Online, Alma, Big Rapids, Flint, Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Midland, Traverse City

Program Plan: Checksheet, Rotation Schedule

Transfer Plans: Grand Rapids Community College

Application Deadlines:
Fall Semester (August): Applications must be received by August 1. All application materials, including transcripts, must be received by Ferris no later than August 15.
Spring Semester (January): Applications must be received by December 1. All application materials, including transcripts, must be received by Ferris no later than December 15.

An applicant who submits their application after August/December 1 AND/OR the transcripts and required items are not received by August/December 15 will not be eligible for admission to the upcoming semester. In such cases the application will be processed for the next semester or cohort start as applicable.

This programme acts as preparation both for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and for taking on the responsibilities and accountability involved. The programme leads to both an Advanced Diploma in Nursing Studies and qualification as a Registered Nurse.

Throughout the programme, experience is gained in a wide variety of clinical placements. This will involve shift patterns, which may include weekends and night duty.

The 3 years (152 weeks) of the programme are divided into a 1-year (52 weeks) Foundation Programme (FP) and 2-year Branch Programme in Mental Health Nursing. Applicants are advised to apply for only one branch of Nursing. If you choose to apply for multiple branches the Academic Admissions Team will only consider you for one.

The academic year is split into three trimesters. The programme is structured into blocks of study followed by blocks of practice. There is a 50/50 balance of theory and practice over the three years. For clinical placements, students are allocated to a ‘home’ or ‘base’ Health Service Trust. Placements will involve shift systems, which may include weekends and night duty. Within the theoretical element of the programme there will be some joint learning with students undertaking the Advanced Diploma in Nursing Studies and other Health and Social Care related programmes.
The following is a guide to the subjects studied; the actual programme of study will depend on the specialism chosen.

Common Foundation Programme
The Context of Care
Information Retrieval, Professionalism and Communication
Introduction to Nursing Practice
Understanding Complementary Holistic Care
Learning and Helping to Care 1 and 2

Branch Programmes
The modules within the Foundation Programme are further developed and integrated within the branch modules and relate to the specialist programme chosen.

All branches undertake:
Interprofessional modules
Management and Organisation of Care
Nursing Internship

This programme acts as preparation both for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and for taking on the responsibilities and accountability involved. The programme leads to both an Advanced Diploma in Nursing Studies and qualification as a Registered Nurse.

Throughout the programme, experience is gained in a wide variety of clinical placements. This will involve shift patterns, which may include weekends and night duty.

The 3 years (152 weeks) of the programme are divided into a 1-year (52 weeks) Foundation Programme (FP) and 2-year Branch Programme in Learning Disabilities Nursing. Applicants are advised to apply for only one branch of Nursing. If you choose to apply for multiple branches the Academic Admissions Team will only consider you for one.

The academic year is split into three trimesters. The programme is structured into blocks of study followed by blocks of practice. There is a 50/50 balance of theory and practice over the 3 years. For clinical placements, students are allocated to a ‘home’ or ‘base’ Health Service Trust. Placements will involve shift systems, which may include weekends and night duty. Within the theoretical element of the programme there will be some collaborative learning with students undertaking the Advanced Diploma in Nursing Studies and other Health and Social Care related programmes.

The following is a guide to the subjects studied; the actual programme of study will depend on the specialism chosen.

Year 1: Common Foundation Programme
The Context of Care
Information Retrieval, Professionalism and Communication
Introduction to Nursing Practice
Understanding Complementary Holistic Care
Learning and Helping to Care 1 and 2

Branch Programmes

The modules within the Foundation Programme are further developed and integrated within the branch modules and relate to the specialist programme chosen.

All branches undertake:
Interprofessional modules
Management and Organisation of Care
Nursing Internship

This programme acts as preparation both for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and for taking on the responsibilities and accountability involved.

The programme leads to both an Advanced Diploma in Nursing Studies and qualification as a Registered Nurse.

Throughout the programme, experience is gained in a wide variety of clinical placements. This will involve shift patterns, which may include weekends and night duty.

The 3 years (152 weeks) of the programme are divided into a 1-year (52 weeks) Foundation Programme (FP) and 2-year Branch Programme in Child Nursing. Applicants are advised to apply for only one branch of Nursing. If you choose to apply for multiple branches the Academic Admissions Team will only consider you for one.

The academic year is split into three trimesters. The programme is structured into blocks of study followed by blocks of practice. There is a 50/50 balance of theory and practice over the 3 years. For clinical placements, students are allocated to a ‘home’ or ‘base’ Health Service Trust. Placements will involve shift systems, which may include weekends and night duty. Within the theoretical element of the programme there will be some collaborative learning with students undertaking the Advanced Diploma in Nursing Studies and other Health and Social Care related programmes.

The following is a guide to the subjects studied; the actual programme of study will depend on the specialism chosen.

Year 1: Common Foundation Programme
The Context of Care
Information Retrieval, Professionalism and Communication
Introduction to Nursing Practice
Understanding Complementary Holistic Care
Learning and Helping to Care 1 and 2

Branch Programmes

The modules within the Foundation Programme are further developed and integrated within the branch modules and relate to the specialist programme chosen.

All branches undertake:
Interprofessional modules
Management and Organisation of Care
Nursing Internship

This programme acts as preparation both for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and for taking on the responsibilities and accountability involved. The programme leads to both an Advanced Diploma in Nursing Studies and qualification as a Registered Nurse.

Throughout the programme, experience is gained in a wide variety of clinical placements. This will involve shift patterns, which may include weekends and night duty.

The 3 years (152 weeks) of the programme are divided into a 1-year (52 weeks) Foundation Programme (FP) and 2-year Branch Programme in Adult Nursing. Applicants are advised to apply for only one branch of Nursing. If you choose to apply for multiple branches the Academic Admissions Team will only consider you for one.

The academic year is split into three trimesters. The programme is structured into blocks of study followed by blocks of practice. There is a 50/50 balance of theory and practice over the 3 years. For clinical placements, students are allocated to a ‘home’ or ‘base’ Health Service Trust. Placements will involve shift systems, which may include weekends and night duty. Within the theoretical element of the programme there will be some collaborative learning with students undertaking the Advanced Diploma in Nursing Studies and other Health and Social Care related programmes.

The following is a guide to the subjects studied; the actual programme of study will depend on the specialism chosen.

Year 1: Common Foundation Programme
The Context of Care
Information Retrieval, Professionalism and Communication
Introduction to Nursing Practice
Understanding Complementary Holistic Care
Learning and Helping to Care 1 and 2

This programme aims to produce highly skilled and knowledgeable nurses who are able to respond imaginatively to health care needs and accept responsibility and accountability for their professional practice.

A particular strength of the programme is the integration of theory and practice throughout with a higher emphasis on practice to ensure students are confident in their ability to care for people effectively in a diverse range of settings.

The 3 years (152 weeks) of the programme are divided into a 1-year (52 weeks) Foundation Programme (FP) and a 2-year branch period, in Adult, Child, Mental Health or Learning Disabilities Nursing. Applicants must select the branch of nursing they wish to study when submitting their application form.

The academic year is split into three trimesters. The Programme is structured into blocks of study followed by blocks of practice. There is a 50/50 balance of theory and practice over the 3 years. For clinical placements, students are allocated to a ‘home’ or ‘base’ Health Service Trust. Placements will involve shift systems, which may include weekends and night duty. Within the theoretical element of the programme there will be some collaborative learning with students undertaking the Diploma of Higher Education in Nursing Studies and other Health and Social Care related programmes.

Year 1: Foundation Programme

Theory in the Foundation Programme will enable students to understand and function effectively in practice, e.g. learning about communication, altered physiology, psychology, the philosophy and organisation of care, understanding the context of health and social care, exploring nursing informatics and research, health development opportunities with a strong focus upon personal and clinical skills development.

Years 2 and 3: Branch Programme
The Branch Programme follows the same format enabling the development of specialist knowledge and skills within the chosen branch. There may be an opportunity during the second year of the programme for some students to participate in an international exchange scheme with Finland, Greece or the USA.

This programme aims to produce highly skilled and knowledgeable nurses who are able to respond imaginatively to health care needs and accept responsibility and accountability for their professional practice.

A particular strength of the programme is the integration of theory and practice throughout with a higher emphasis on practice to ensure students are confident in their ability to care for people effectively in a diverse range of settings.

The 3 years (152 weeks) of the programme are divided into a 1-year (52 weeks) Foundation Programme (FP) and a 2-year branch period, in Adult, Child, Mental Health or Learning Disabilities Nursing. Applicants must select the branch of nursing they wish to study when submitting their application form.

The academic year is split into three trimesters. The Programme is structured into blocks of study followed by blocks of practice. There is a 50/50 balance of theory and practice over the 3 years. For clinical placements, students are allocated to a ‘home’ or ‘base’ Health Service Trust. Placements will involve shift systems, which may include weekends and night duty. Within the theoretical element of the programme there will be some collaborative learning with students undertaking the Diploma of Higher Education in Nursing Studies and other Health and Social Care related programmes.

Year 1: Foundation Programme

Theory in the Foundation Programme will enable students to understand and function effectively in practice, e.g. learning about communication, altered physiology, psychology, the philosophy and organisation of care, understanding the context of health and social care, exploring nursing informatics and research, health development opportunities with a strong focus upon personal and clinical skills development.

Years 2 and 3: Branch Programme

The Branch Programme follows the same format enabling the development of specialist knowledge and skills within the chosen branch. There may be an opportunity during the second year of the programme for some students to participate in an international exchange scheme with Finland, Greece or the USA.