The programme has been developed to provide registered professionals working in a healthcare environment outside of the UK an opportunity to top up their qualifications to first degree level. The programme will enable the individual to develop graduate, lifelong learning skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and the use and of evidence based practice to enhance current professional and academic skills; this in turn will develop transferable skills which will enhance the employability of the registered professional overall.As one of the leading UK providers of Nurse education Bangor is able to offer overseas students an exceptional learning experience which benefits not only from the practical experience of staff but also from the research strength within the school. Bangor is located in the only truly bilingual part of the UK and overseas students will benefit from studying in a multi-lingual environment which maybe similar to the environment in their home country.