Secondary nurse degree

Hi, I'm considering doing a nurse degree as a secondary degree, due to my low grade in my first degree (3:1) in BSc Environmental Science, I was dumb and stupid in those years (my mum also got very sick during my dissertation so that didn't help too), but I just want a second chance in academics, the problem is I got low A-level grades (CCD in maths, chemistry and biology, even though they were predicted, COVID year lol), and I did heard that the degree is quite popular, any advice on how to increase my chances of getting admitted, or is it a dumb idea which should not happen, i want honest opinions thanks

Reply 1

normaw

Volunteer Team, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post by francojsj

It would be worth contacting the admissions departments of the unis you would consider applying to and ask them if your qualifications (both degree and A levels) would be enough to get you on the course. If not, ask if a foundation year would be possible. You would also need some shadowing and public-facing work/volunteering experience - a job in a care home would be ideal.

But you need to be realistic - a nursing degree is hard work and needs commitment.

Reply 2

francojsj

Original post by normaw

It would be worth contacting the admissions departments of the unis you would consider applying to and ask them if your qualifications (both degree and A levels) would be enough to get you on the course. If not, ask if a foundation year would be possible. You would also need some shadowing and public-facing work/volunteering experience - a job in a care home would be ideal.
But you need to be realistic - a nursing degree is hard work and needs commitment.