The Postgraduate Adult Nursing qualification aims to provide graduates holding a degree at 2:2 or above the opportunity to study at Level 7 - the theory that underpins nursing practice and develops knowledge and skills through evidence-based learning. Practice experience is gained in both hospital and community settings. On successful completion of this programme students will be able to enter Part one (Adult) of the Register held by the NMC. The postgraduate nursing course provides postgraduate students with the skills, knowledge and experience to care for adults across a range of health care settings. The course focuses on acute illness, older people and the care and management of patients with long-term conditions. In addition, the delivery of public health interventions and the care of people at all stages of their life, including end of life care is explored across a range of modules and practice learning experiences. The Postgraduate nursing course involves continuous assessment of both theory and practice. A variety of assessment methods are used including practical examinations, case studies, essays, written examinations and presentations. Students are also assessed against the NMC’s competencies for registration during a series of practice placements in hospital and the community. The Nursing (Adult) MNurs course prepares successful students for a career as a registered nurse in the relevant field of practice. Newly qualified nurses can apply for posts within a hospital or community setting. This course may also enable postgraduate students to develop a clinical research career within the NHS. In line with the principles and values which underpin the NHS constitution, Northumbria University expects all students undertaking programmes which lead to registration as a health professional to demonstrate the NHS values.