SWAP Access to Nursing

Scottish Wider Access Programmes (SWAP) give opportunities to adults returning to study after a period of time away from education. These courses are specifically designed for adult returners who do not have the necessary qualifications to gain a place on an HN or a degree course at University. Successful completion of this programme will give you an opportunity to apply for Nursing at a number of Universities in Scotland. Adults with few or no qualifications will be considered.

This course has varied content with an emphasis on preparing students to transition on University or HNC. Content includes  Communications, Numeracy and ICT. As well as Health Care units and Human Biology 

 

Employment opportunties with Health Care and Social Care settings 

Undergraduate degree programmes in Adult Nursing; Mental Health Nursing; Child Nursing; Learning Disabilities Nursing. As well as Paramedic Sciences. These are with partner Universities, for more information please access SWAP | Higher Education for Mature Students | East (scottishwideraccess.org)

Progression can also include: HNC Social Services; HNC Health Care Practice

 

Adult returners with few or no formal qualifications will be considered. Applicants must have been out of f/time education for at least 3 years (for those whose highest qualification is level 5) or 5 years (for those who have Highers or other level 6 qualifications). Recent level 5 study may not preclude you from being eligible. Click here for full information on SWAP eligibility criteria. Is SWAP for me? You can also contact the SWAP office for advice if you are unsure of your eligibility swap.east@ed.ac.uk

 

Applications should include a stong personal statement which focus's on why the applicant wants to complete this course and their proposed career goals. The selection process will be by individual applicant interview 

For more information on SWAP and progression opportunities

SWAP’s website

SWAP East’s degree search

Location

Stirling Campus

Attendance

Full-Time

Start date

19 August 2024

SCQF Level

Level 6

Location

Falkirk Campus

Attendance

Full-Time

Start date

19 August 2024

SCQF Level

Level 6