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This programme prepares compassionate practitioners for modern healthcare environments. Campus simulation wards develop clinical skills; placements with NHS and private partners provide real-world experience. You will study anatomy, pharmacology, mental health nursing, and public health. Interprofessional education sessions build collaboration skills with midwifery, physiotherapy, and medical students where available.
Clinical placements are arranged across Lothian health boards with dedicated placement educators.
Faculty spotlight
Professor Anne Fraser RN, PhD leads Clinical Practice; Dr. Michael Osei coordinates simulation education.
Study online
Tuition is free. Examinations are free. There is no exam fee. Study from anywhere in the world.
| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR101 | Foundations of Nursing Practice Foundations of Nursing Practice — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR102 | Human Anatomy & Applied Physiology Human Anatomy & Applied Physiology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR103 | Communication, Ethics & Compassionate Care Communication, Ethics & Compassionate Care — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR104 | Clinical Practice Placement I Clinical Practice Placement I — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR105 | Microbiology, Infection Control & Immunology Microbiology, Infection Control & Immunology — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR106 | Health Promotion & Population Wellbeing Health Promotion & Population Wellbeing — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR201 | Medical-Surgical Nursing & Acute Illness Medical-Surgical Nursing & Acute Illness — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR202 | Applied Pharmacology & Medicines Management Applied Pharmacology & Medicines Management — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
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| Code | Course | Credits · hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR301 | Leadership, Management & Mentorship in Nursing Leadership, Management & Mentorship in Nursing — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR302 | Public Health, Epidemiology & Global Policy Public Health, Epidemiology & Global Policy — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
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Modules are assessed through a published mix of coursework, applied projects, and examinations. Exam windows are announced in advance so students in other time zones are not forced into overnight sittings. Alternative arrangements are available where documented.
The published duration is 3 years full-time. Teaching language: English. Actual time-to-complete depends on mode and any recognised prior learning.
This is a fully online award. You study from your country. No student visa and no campus relocation are required.
Degree tuition for this award is published as £0 / tuition-free on the online pathway. Examination or administrative fees may apply at checkout — never an annual tuition invoice. Check the Fees page for any extras.
Requirements are grouped on this page (academic, English, documents). Equivalent qualifications are considered. English may be waived after prior English-medium study.
Assessment is typically a mix of coursework, projects, and examinations. Doctoral awards include a thesis or dissertation and an oral examination. Details sit in the programme specification and module outlines.
Recognition of the award for local employment, professional licence, or ministry attestation is decided by your employer or regulator. African Future University publishes verification pages for certificates. We do not claim automatic equivalence in every country.
Start an application on this website. Progress is saved from the first step. Admissions: admissions@afutureuni.com.
Recognised & Accredited
| 20 |
| NUR203 | Mental Health & Psychological Wellbeing Mental Health & Psychological Wellbeing — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR204 | Clinical Practice Placement II Clinical Practice Placement II — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR205 | Evidence-Based Practice & Research Methods Evidence-Based Practice & Research Methods — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR206 | Long-Term Conditions & Palliative Care Long-Term Conditions & Palliative Care — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| 20 |
| NUR303 | Critical Care & Emergency Response Critical Care & Emergency Response — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR304 | Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 20 |
| NUR305 | Practice Placement III & Honours Portfolio Practice Placement III & Honours Portfolio — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.
| 40 |