2Nov
UndergraduateSheffield Hallam University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Open days
Course summary
"Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest course information. Course summary:
- Understand contemporary nursing and social work practice.
- Transform the lives of people who have learning disabilities.
- Spend 50% of your course on placement — enhancing your employability.
- Collaborate with other professional groups within health and social care.
- Gain real-world experience and sought-after credentials — qualifying as a social worker in England and a Learning Disabilities Nurse.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Social Work England
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B761
- Institution code:
- S21
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits
AS - Not accepted
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Other
Please note that this information is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent. |
Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Undergraduate home tuition fees for 2026/27 are not yet confirmed. Please check our website for further details. Our tuition fee for UK students in 2025/26 is:
• £9,535 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
• Some foundation courses: £5,760 for the FY, then £9,535 per year
Undergraduate international/EU tuition fee for 2026/27:
• £20,000 per year (includes £2,000 placement supplement)
Fees may increase in subsequent years per Government or UKRI regulations. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations at www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB