An undergraduate honours degree that prepares students for professional nursing through clinical and academic training. Suited to applicants with strong science background (Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics/Physics) or accredited health diplomas who can pass an interview and medical fitness checks.
What you'll study
The published page lists the programme title and indicates a nursing major within the Bachelor of Health Science framework. Specific modules are not provided on the source page; study combines essential nursing knowledge, attitudes, ethics and practical skills as assessed during the MMI.
Entry requirements
- General English: Grade C6 in GCE O Level English, or Grade B in IGCSE English (as a Second Language), or IELTS overall 6.0+, or TOEFL paper-based minimum 550.
- A Level: Minimum 220 points for three A Level passes in relevant subjects including Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics or Physics (other combinations considered case-by-case).
- Diploma routes: Higher National Diploma/National Diploma in Sciences with minimum 5 merits in related subjects (case-by-case assessment); or a Diploma in Health Sciences (Nursing or Paramedic) from a recognised institution with criteria varying by articulation pathway (requirements range from minimum equivalence to UBD 2.2 or higher, specified CGPA thresholds, and sometimes minimum work experience of 18 months or two years for certain diplomas).
- Higher National Diploma articulation: Options include diploma with higher classifications or with work experience as detailed on the programme page.
- Bachelor with Honours entrants: At least Second Class Honours in a relevant discipline from UBD or a recognised university.
- International Baccalaureate: At least 26 points with minimum subject scores of 5, 5, 4 in relevant subjects (two higher level).
- Interview: Successful completion of a multiple mini-interview (MMI) demonstrating essential nursing knowledge, attitudes, ethics and skills; a satisfactory MMI may be sufficient but does not guarantee admission if competitive.
- Medical fitness: Successful candidates must undergo and be certified fit in a prescribed medical fitness examination to pursue the programme.
Career prospects
The source page does not list specific career pathways. As a professional nursing degree, graduates would typically prepare for roles in clinical nursing and health services; exact outcomes and licensure expectations should be confirmed with the institute or relevant health authorities.
Scholarships & funding angle
The programme page references undergraduate fees and funding pages and UBD scholarship opportunities elsewhere on the site. Prospective students should consult UBD’s Fees & Funding and Scholarships pages for current support options and eligibility criteria.