University of Nottingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Study an innovative nursing course and launch your career with confidence. Do you have the passion, drive, and ambition to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families? We’re dedicated to empowering you to be the best children's nurse you can be, guiding you towards a fulfilling and impactful career in this field. From birth through childhood, adolescence, and into adulthood, children's nurses play a vital role in providing specialised care and support. Our Nursing (Child) BSc course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in diverse healthcare settings. Our passionate nursing community will help you to develop the skills you’ll need to deliver the highest standard of care to children, young people, and their families and to become a nurse who can really make a difference. Why choose this course?
- Joint 4th in the UK and 38th in the world for Nursing (QS University World Rankings by Subject 2024)
- Innovative teaching sessions for real-world interactions: Gain practical experience by interacting with real children in a safe educational setting before their first practice placement.
- World-leading research: Centre for Children and Young People's Health Research (CYPHR) Dedicated to improving the health outcomes, well-being, and lives of children, young people, and their families.
- Collaborate with mental health nursing students: Work with mental health nursing students through the award winning SHYNE project.
- Student and staff awards: 2023: Shortlisted for ‘Student Nurse of the Year: Adult 2022: Shortlisted for ‘Student Nurse of the Year: Adult’ and ‘Outstanding Contribution to Student Affairs’ 2021: Shortlisted for ‘Teaching Innovation of the Year’ and ‘Student Nurse of the Year: Children’
- Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration
Modules
For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Nursing-Child-BSc-Hons-U6UNURSCH.html
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:
- B730
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- Medical School QMC
- Campus code:
- H
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 21 credits M: 18 credits P: 6 credits
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DM
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher - BB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - B
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - M2, M2, M2
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - D
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including Science 75%. Graduate 2:2 in a relevant subject. If in a non-relevant subject, science A level grade B or equivalent BTEC/Access is required. Please contact school for further information. Applications for point of entry 2 or higher not accepted.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Nursing-Child-BSc-Hons-U6UNURSCH.html
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
School will send further information when applicant confirms first choice offer.
Health checks
School will send further information when applicant confirms first choice offer.
Interview
Please see website for further information.
Other
Work experience required. Please see website for further information.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | IELTS (Academic) is accepted with an overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking, and a minimum of 6.5 in writing. |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| International | £30750* | Year 1 |
| EU | £30750* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
Bursaries of £5,000 will be available for students starting a nursing course from September 2020, with some students eligible for up to an additional £3,000 per year. For full details, please see the NHS Health careers website.
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageUndergraduate admissions
+44 (0) 115 951 5559