
Get into UK Nursing School For Dummies

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Table of Contents
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Introduction 1
Part I: Getting Started with a Career in Nursing 7
Chapter 1: Getting to Know Nursing 9
Chapter 2: Exploring Your Options: Nursing Fields 25
Part II: Focusing on Your Personal Development 43
Chapter 3: Weighing Academic Qualifications 45
Chapter 4: Professional Requirements: How Do You Rate? 65
Chapter 5: Proving Your People Skills 77
Chapter 6: Gaining Care Experience 89
Part III: Preparing to Apply 103
Chapter 7: Understanding the Nursing Programme 105
Chapter 8: Exploring Universities 119
Chapter 9: Making the Most of Open Days and Visits 135
Chapter 10: Money Matters 143
Part IV: Perfecting Your Application 159
Chapter 11: Following the UCAS Process 161
Chapter 12: Writing Your Personal Statement 169
Chapter 13: Finding Solid References 181
Part V: Attending Selection Days . . . And Beyond 189
Chapter 14: Attending the Selection Day 191
Chapter 15: Preparing for Assessments 203
Chapter 16: Excelling in the Interview 213
Chapter 17: Getting Your Results and Making Decisions 227
Part VI: The Part of Tens 239
Chapter 18: Ten Tips for a Successful Application 241
Chapter 19: Ten Common Pitfalls to Navigate 245
Index 251