Department of Nursing and Community Health

The Department of Nursing and Community Health brings together academics and clinical staff who have expertise and are passionate about nursing (adult; child; mental health and learning disability) public health, health education, social action and community health.

The ethos of the Department is “improving lives” and therefore all activities aim to improve the lives of its stakeholders in some way.

As part of the School of Health and Life Sciences we have a strong inter-professional education focus which prepares our students for bright futures in the healthcare sector. Our commitment to student focussed, innovative and flexible learning is supported by our state-of-the art facilities which makes learning accessible and exciting for all our students.

We offer a range of undergraduate, postgraduate and CPD courses in nursing and public health. Our teaching takes place on two of our main campuses in Glasgow and London and we collaborate with partners around the world. We are a World Health Organisation Collaborating Centre and have a commitment to student and staff exchanges.

The department has a vibrant research community. Our focus is on advancing practice, innovation and research in Public Health and Long Term Conditions. Our research is clinically focused and is embedded within all our programmes ensuring that our students benefit from the latest standards of care.

Head of Department, Dr Val Ness
Email: V.Ness@gcu.ac.uk

Degree courses

Nursing Studies (Child)
BSc

Nursing Studies (Child)
Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
 3 Years Sep 25 Glasgow B730

Follow a career working collaboratively with families, carers and children as a professionally educated Child Registered Nurse. Study at degree level and learn specialist nursing care for children and their families from birth to young adulthood.

Nursing Studies (Child)
BSc (Hons)

Nursing Studies (Child)
Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
 4 Years Sep 25 Glasgow B731

Study at honours degree level and learn specialist nursing care for children and their families from birth to young adulthood. You can become a professionally educated Child Registered Nurse.

Professional Studies in Nursing
BSc

Professional Studies in Nursing
Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Full Time
 1 Year Jan 25 Glasgow

Study professional nursing at degree level if you are already a qualified nurse looking for a flexible course which will advance your academic qualifications. You can excel in particular areas of practice.

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Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
BSc Part Time 2 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
BSc Part Time 2 Years Sep 25 Glasgow
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BSc Full Time 1 Year Sep 25 Glasgow
Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
BSc Full Time 1 Year Jan 26 Glasgow
Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
BSc Part Time 2 Years Jan 26 Glasgow
Professional Studies in Nursing
BSc (Hons)

Professional Studies in Nursing
Mode of study Duration Start date
Part time
 2 - 6 Years Jan 25

Study professional nursing at honours degree level if you are already a qualified nurse looking for a flexible course which will advance your academic qualifications. You can excel in particular areas of practice.

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Award Mode of study Duration Start date
BSc (Hons) Full time 1 Year Sep 25
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BSc (Hons) Part time 2 -6 years Sep 25
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BSc (Hons) Part time 2 -6 years Jan 26
Nursing Studies (Adult)
BSc

Nursing Studies (Adult)
Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
 3 Years Sep 25 Glasgow B740

If a solution-focused approach appeals to you, you can study at degree level and learn how to care for adults suffering from multiple conditions. Graduates go on to become a professionally educated Adult Registered Nurse.

Nursing Studies (Adult)
BSc (Hons)

Nursing Studies (Adult)
Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
 4 Years Sep 25 Glasgow B700

If a solution-focused approach appeals to you, you can study at honours degree level and learn how to care for adults suffering from multiple conditions. Graduates go on to become a professionally educated Adult Registered Nurse.

Nursing Studies (Mental Health)
BSc

Nursing Studies (Mental Health)
Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
 3 Years Sep 25 Glasgow B760

Study nursing with a specific focus on mental health at degree level. If you think you would enjoy being supportive and caring for others, you can become a mental health nurse promoting mental wellbeing and helping to empower individuals in recovery.

Nursing Studies (Learning Disability)
BSc

Nursing Studies (Learning Disability)
Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
 3 Years Sep 25 Glasgow B761

As a registered nurse, you can enjoy finding solutions and working with people. Study nursing at degree level with a specific focus on learning disabilities, improving lifestyle and health.

Nursing Studies (Learning Disability)
BSc (Hons)

Nursing Studies (Learning Disability)
Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
 4 Years Sep 25 Glasgow B763

Study nursing at honours degree level with a specific focus on learning disabilities. You can become a registered nurse finding solutions and working with people improving lifestyle and health.

Nursing Studies (Mental Health)
BSc (Hons)

Nursing Studies (Mental Health)
Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
 4 Years Sep 25 Glasgow B762

Study nursing with a specific focus on mental health at honours degree level. If you think you would enjoy being supportive and caring for others, you can become a mental health nurse promoting mental wellbeing and helping to empower individuals.

Meet the department

Our teaching and support staff are here to help (see below).

For Course and programme enquiries: T: +44 (0)141 331 8630 / E: studentenquiries@gcu.ac.uk

Interprofessional Simulation Centre

Fully equipped with state-of-the art high fidelity simulators and recording equipment, our team can create bespoke scenarios for you.

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Research

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