Unlocking Your Future: Which Nursing Degree is Right for Me?

So, you’ve been eyeing a future in healthcare?  

Nursing is an incredibly challenging yet rewarding career path. You’ll be able to make a difference to people’s lives on a daily basis, and that’s truly special. 

But while you consider your future and how you will become a nurse, one question may be playing on your mind: What are the different types of nursing degrees? 

The Essence of a Nursing Degree 

A degree in nursing isn’t just another university course. It's a transformative journey of both mind and heart. A nursing degree equips you with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). This degree is your passport to becoming a registered nurse (RN).  

But it’s more than just an academic title. It's a commitment, a calling, a challenge! 

When you study a degree in, you’re not just absorbing facts whether from passionate lecturers or from textbooks; you dive into real-life scenarios, harnessing technical and emotional intelligence. You’ll learn to balance the precision of science with the art of compassion.  

By the time you finish your degree, you’ll be prepared for a life where every shift brings new stories. Very few careers provide the same job satisfaction as nursing.  

Three of the main degrees available are: 

- BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing - The heart of healthcare. This degree moulds you into a pillar of support for adults in need. From surgical wards to community care, your skills will be in demand, ensuring patients receive top-tier care during their recovery and beyond 

- BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing - Delve deep into the human psyche. With this degree, you'll specialise in supporting individuals with mental health challenges. Your role? Offering understanding, guidance, and clinical care, as well as promoting mental well-being and resilience 

- BSc (Hons) Children and Young People’s Nursing - Childhood is a crucial phase, filled with growth, giggles, and the occasional grazed knee. Here, you’ll learn to care for the younger generation, ensuring their early years are healthy and happy 

Why not explore our range of nursing courses at the University of Bolton? Theory meets practice in a supportive learning environment in the North West of England, and we'll guide you every step of the way. 

A Career with a World of Options and Constant Demand 

Nursing isn’t a one-size-fits-all career. With your degree, you're stepping into a world teeming with specialities. From pediatric wards to surgical units, your nursing degree is the key that unlocks many career doors.  

And let’s sprinkle in a dose of reality: the world needs more nurses. Evidence submitted by Nuffield Trust in June 2022 has suggested that we’re short of over 50,000 midwives and nurses in the UK.  

With a growing global population and advances in medical technology, your skills will always be in demand.  

Most importantly, you’ll be making a real impact. Every patient’s smile, every ‘thank you’ whispered in a hospital hallway, that's the difference you can make. 

If you are looking to apply to the University of Bolton via Clearing, follow this page linked here to find out all the information you need to know on how to successfully be prepared. If you are unsure of what direction to head in, you will also find our quiz that helps to identify your strengths and what areas you are likely to excel in! 

Ready to unlock your potential? Join the University of Bolton’s nurturing community. Here, we value your dream and aspire to turn it into a reality. Start your nursing journey with us! Contact us at enquiries@bolton.ac.uk or call +44 1204 903142 to speak to a member of the team.