Entry requirements
Our entry requirements indicate the minimum qualifications with which we normally accept students. Competition for places varies from year to year and you aren't guaranteed a place if you meet the minimum qualifications.
Minimum year 1
SQA Higher
Typical Entry Requirement
BBC preferably to include English or a Literary subject* and a Science**
National 5 Grade C in Maths
National 5 Grade C in English and Biology required for candidates who do not have these subjects at Higher.
Adjusted offer entry requirement
BCC including English and Biology or Human Biology.
National 5 Grade C in Maths.
You may be given an adjusted offer of entry if you meet specific widening participation criteria as outlined in our contextual admissions policy. Click here for further information about our entry requirements and admissions policies.
A Level
BC preferably to include English or a Literary subject* and a Science**
GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths
GCSE Grade C/4 in English and Biology or Double Award Science required for candidates who do not have these subjects at A Level.
BTEC (QCF) National Extended Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades MMP (Merit, Merit, Pass) in a related subject.
GCSE English, Maths and Biology (preferred), Chemistry or Physics at Grade C/4.
Related subjects: Health and Social Care/Applied Sciences/Sports Science/Health Science
BTEC (QCF) National Diploma
Minimum grades DM (Distinction, Merit) in a related subject.
GCSE English, Maths and Biology (preferred), Chemistry or Physics at Grade C/4.
Related subjects: Health and Social Care/Applied Sciences/Sports Science/Health Science
Irish Leaving Certificate
Pre-2017 Grading System
B3, B3, B3 at Higher Level preferably to include English or Literary subject* and a Science**
B2 in two Ordinary Level subjects including Maths.
New Grading System
H3, H3, H3 at Higher Level preferably to include English or Literary subject* and a Science**
O3 in two Ordinary Level subjects including Maths.
HNC
Pass in a related subject* with Grade C in the graded unit for Year 1 entry.
*Care and Administrative Practice
*Social Care, Social Services, Childhood practice (National 5 grade C in Maths and Science (Biology - preferred, Chemistry or Physics).
* Applied Science (National 5 grade C in English)
FETAC Level 5 Pre-Nursing Studies
Minimum of 6 Distinctions must be achieved overall. Distinctions must also be achieved in the Communication Unit and the Anatomy and Physiology Unit.
B2/O3 in Ordinary Level Maths in Irish Leaving Certificate.
Interview requirements
There will be a selection interview and all candidates must meet NMC requirements of good health and good character. Competition for places varies from year-to-year and achievement of the typical minimum entry requirements does not always guarantee shortlisting for interview or a place on the course.
Admission to the Programme is dependent upon a satisfactory Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) Check. This will be sent to you prior to interview and will be conducted on the interview day. The cost of the PVG check will be paid by the University.
Deferred Applications
Please note that we cannot accept applications for deferred entry for this course.
Previous Nursing Students
Please note that students who have already studied a Nursing degree are unlikely to receive funding for a second Nursing degree.
Mature students
Adequate and appropriate previous (and recent) study is essential. Please contact us at nursingandmidwifery@napier.ac.uk if you are unsure whether or not you would be eligible to apply. Relevant work experience will be considered alongside recent study.It may necessary for those with limited qualifications to undertake an Access course or other appropriate courses/studies in a Further Education setting.
Subjects required
*Literary Subjects include: English/English Literature; History; Modern Studies; Religious, Moral & Philosophical Studies/Christian Theology; Psychology, Geography, Sociology, Health and Social Care, Law.
**Science Subjects include: Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE
English Language Requirements
If your first language isn't English, you'll normally need to undertake an approved English language test. The English Language requirements for this programme are IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 7.0 in each component). For guidance on the acceptability of other English Language tests please contact ugadmissions@napier.ac.uk.
This may not apply if you have completed all your school qualifications in English. Check our country pages to find out if this applies to you.
International students
We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.
Entry requirements by country
Please note that non-EU international students are unable to enrol onto the following courses:
- BN Nursing/MN Nursing (Adult, Child, Mental Health or Learning Disability)
- BM Midwifery/MM Midwifery
Admissions policies
We’re committed to admitting students who have the potential to succeed and benefit from our programmes of study.
Our admissions policies will help you understand our admissions procedures, and how we use the information you provide us in your application to inform the decisions we make.
Undergraduate admissions policies
Postgraduate admissions policies