Last year, applications to nursing degree programs increased by in the United Kingdom (UK), making nursing the top subject area in terms of the highest number of applications received. Despite the strong student interest, the Department of Health in England recently announced the need to cut funding to nursing programs by up to 15% over the next 3 years. Universities in England have confirmed that the number of commissions is likely to decrease by approximately 10-15%, which would curtail future growth in nursing programs. .
