Entry Requirements
UK applicants
Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme specific requirements
Any Bachelor's degree subject is acceptable.
You will need a current valid registration as a nurse, with two years post-registration experience being desirable. If you do not have two years of clinical experience, you will need to demonstrate very strong academic performance in your previous studies.
International applicants
Equivalent International qualifications
English language requirements
English language band: D
Selection Process
Applications must be made online using King’s online application portal apply.kcl.ac.uk.
A synchronised interview over Microsoft Teams or telephone will be part of the selection process.
Personal statement and supporting information
You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
| Personal Statement | Yes |
A personal statement is required, answering the two questions detailed on the application form:
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| Previous Academic Study | Yes | A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents. |
| References | Yes | One academic reference is required. A professional reference will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago. In some cases, we may request an additional reference from you. |
| Other | Yes | You will need to provide details of your employment history and submit evidence of a current valid registration as a nurse, with two years post-registration experience being desirable. |
| Other | Optional | Applicants may wish to include a CV (Resume) as part of their application. |
Application closing date guidance
We encourage you to apply as early as possible so that there is sufficient time for your application to be assessed. We may need to request further information from you during the application process.
This programme is offered in person or via distance learning:
In person
Our first application deadline is on 9 March 2026 (23:59 UK time).
The final application deadlines for this programme are:
- Overseas (international) fee status: 25 July 2026 (23:59 UK time)
- Home fee status: 25 August 2026 (23:59 UK time)
After the first application deadline in March:
- if the programme is not yet full, we will continue to accept applications until all available places are filled up to the final application deadlines above
- if the programme becomes full before the final application deadlines stated above, we will close the programme to further applications
Distance Learning
Our first application deadline is on 9 March 2026 (23:59 UK time)
The final application deadline is on 25 August 2026 (23:59 UK time)
After the first application deadline in March:
- if the programme is not yet full, we will continue to accept applications until all available places are filled up to the final application deadlines above
- if the programme becomes full before the final application deadlines stated above, we will close the programme to further applications
Key Information
Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
Blended
Study mode:
Part time
Duration:
2 year part-time distance learning programme only
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026