The Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing at the University of Sunderland provides a BSc (Hons) Nursing (Top-Up) degree. This one-year program focuses mainly on nursing. For international students, the tuition fees at the University of Sunderland are £16,000. To enroll in this degree course, students need to meet English language requirements, which can be satisfied by taking either the IELTS or the PTE exam.

This course is designed to enhance a registered nursing qualification.

Students will learn from a dedicated team of skilled professionals.

Each team member has special skills in both clinical practice and teaching. They are also involved in healthcare research and consultancy.

All learning is based on evidence that supports high-quality healthcare. There is a strong focus on connecting nursing theory with real clinical practice.

The course is carefully organized to build skills that help students face a variety of challenges.

Every module includes assessments that help support professional growth in clinical practice.

12th Grade

There is no specific cutoff mentioned. Applicants must be registered nurses with a Nursing Diploma, which is equivalent to Level 5 in the UK. Registered Nurses with a License to Practice are also accepted.

IELTS

Marks: 6.0

Applicants must score at least 6 in IELTS, with no band lower than 5.5.

PTE

Marks: 59.0

Applicants need a score of 59 out of 90 in PTE, with no less than 59 in each skill.

Application Process for the University of Sunderland

Step 1: Prepare Documents for Application

Before you apply, make sure to gather all the necessary documents. You will need:

• Letter of Recommendation (LOR): You must provide two letters of recommendation from a teacher, adviser, or professional who knows you academically.

Step 2: Additional Documents Required

In addition to your LOR, you may need to submit other documents such as:

• Academic transcripts
• Proof of English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
• Personal statement
• Passport copy

Step 3: Start Your Online Application

Once your documents are ready, you can begin your online application at the following link:

University of Sunderland Online Application

Step 4: Application Fees for This Course

The application fee is £22, which is approximately INR 2.32 thousand. You can pay this fee using a credit card or debit card.

The University may allow a payment plan for new international students from certain countries, including Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Ghana, Nigeria, Morocco, Lebanon, India, Kenya, and Jordan. If you qualify to pay your tuition fees in installments, this will be added to your account automatically.

To access the installment plan, you must meet the following requirements:

• Pay a £3,500 deposit before receiving your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
• Pay 50% of your total fees for the academic year before enrollment and the remaining 50% by January 29, 2021.
• Be a national of one of the eligible countries.
• Provide proof of your ability to pay, such as a bank statement approved by the University.

Step 5: Application Deadline

The application deadline for the Fall intake (September) is June 30th. Please note that these dates are tentative and may change. For the most accurate deadlines, connect with our expert counselors for assistance.