What's it like starting an adult nursing degree in January?

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The course runs from January to December. It's a full year and you get Christmas off and things like that, so for me, it works. To me, it feels more like a normal year and you get to come back each January to a new start.

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Student finance for healthcare courses means I could get a tuition fee loan and an NHS bursary. Starting in January didn't effect how much funding I received.

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For me, the structure of the course really works. You have your assignment, you have a week's break and then you go on placement. It's very good and it gives you time to have a bit of me time and then focus on placement.

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There are still the same social opportunities in Jan, there's a welcome fair and still the chance to try out societies and find a part-time job so you're really not missing out on making friends or getting stuck into uni.

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Earn some extra cash! Starting in January gives you that bit extra time to work while you can - and if you can get work in health or social care - all the better! The experience and improved bank balance will come in handy!

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Don't be nervous. The group of new Nursing students is a bit smaller in January as many people feel the need to rush into a September start course, wherever that might be.

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Take the opportunity to start with a fresh mindset! It's a new year and new start, so there's no better time to have a reset to do something new for you. Making a start towards your dream career could be part of a new year's resolution and help you focus on your future.

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Connect with others. All the same support that BCU offers for September starters is available for you in January plus you will be able to make connections and meet people from a wide variety of backgrounds - both those who are coming straight from college and those who have a wealth of life experience - who could be a helping hand for you!