Nursing degrees
Harness your passion for helping people and start a rewarding career with a nursing degree from the University of Exeter.
Study Nursing at the University of Exeter
As healthcare is changing in the UK and around the world, the role of nurses is changing too. Nurses are occupying more and more senior positions across the healthcare sector – in management, policy-making, research and education.
Our pioneering Nursing degrees combine all the knowledge and skills you’ll need to qualify, register and practise, with access to fast-track career paths to senior positions in clinical, leadership, academic and management positions within the NHS and beyond.
You’ll graduate as an in-demand nurse capable of leading exceptional, comprehensive, person-centred and evidence-based care in a true partnership with the people you are caring for.
Our Nursing degrees and courses
Our nursing courses are taught on our St Luke's Campus in Exeter.
Undergraduate degrees
Postgraduate Research
Related subjects
Interested in studying Nursing at Exeter? We also offer courses in subject areas such as Healthcare and Medicine, Diagnostic Radiography, and Neuroscience. These degrees may better reflect your interests, strengths, or future career direction.
You can search a full list of subject areas taught at the University of Exeter.
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1st for student satisfaction with mental wellbeing services
The Academy of Nursing is 1st for student satisfaction with Mental Wellbeing Services (National Student Survey 2025)
155th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 170th in the THE World Rankings 2026
Frequently asked questions about studying Nursing
We've answered some of our most frequently asked questions below to help you decide if a Nursing degree is right for you.
What career prospects would I have with a nursing degree from Exeter?
A nursing degree is a passport to an interesting job and a fulfilling career. As an Exeter Nurse you will be equipped for a fast-track career in nursing with rapid promotions to senior clinical, leadership, education and research roles.
As a Nurse, Midwife or other Health Care Professional you will care for patients suffering from a variety of health conditions, ranging from minor injuries and ailments to acute and long-term illnesses and diseases. You will support their recovery by observing and assessing their needs, using care plans and carrying out care procedures.
Find out more about your future career with a degree in nursing.
Can international students apply to study Nursing?
Yes. Our international student community is part of what makes Exeter a top worldwide university. International students are welcome to apply for Bachelors (undergraduate) and Masters (postgraduate taught) degrees with us, as well as for postgraduate research opportunities.
For more information, visit our international students webpages.
“Starting my course I felt at home really quickly. They don’t throw you in the deep end, they ease you into it which is nice. A lot of work got put into this course – the teachers want to teach us how to become nurses, how they wanted to be taught themselves. I was pretty impressed by that. I was instantly hooked into Exeter as well, as a place, I love it.”
Harry
studying MSci Nursing