Course summary
It's hard to imagine a more fulfilling career than nursing. And if you want to make a real, positive difference to the lives of children and young people, studying child nursing is the gateway to a life’s work as a paediatric nurse. You’ll be taught the theory by our knowledgeable mentors. And you’ll gain valuable practical skills in this most rewarding of vocations in our award-winning medical campus, with its wealth of simulated, state-of-the-art wards and operating theatre. You’ll also boost your confidence and experience with a variety of placements in the community, supported by healthcare professionals. Why study at Hull? • Hands-on learning: 50% of your time will be in clinical placement, working with real patients and their families. You’ll be supported by expert staff across a wide variety of specialisms. • Modern facilities: Our state-of-the-art health campus gives you the opportunity to experience real-world situations in our simulated wards, including intensive care and our neo-natal ward. • Get £5,000 cash a year: Without having to pay it back. You’ll be entitled to apply for the NHS Learning Support Fund. It’s on top of any other financial support you might get from a Student Loan. Where could this take me? The overwhelming majority of our students have careers as paediatric nurses. Our child nursing degree has a fantastic 100% employability rate - all our graduates are in work or study 15 months after they graduate. Most work within the NHS, in a wide variety of paediatric settings, from hospital wards such as intensive care or oncology to outpatients, in mental health or education, or as health visitors. Some go on to research, to train others, or to private practice.
Modules
Core modules include: Fundamental Nursing Skills Fundamentals of Professional Practice Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health Developing Nursing Skills Developing Professional Practice Meeting the Acute Healthcare Needs of Children and Young People Leading and Managing Care Meeting the Continuing Critical Needs of Children and Young People Placements - Nursing Practices
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
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:
- H72
- Campus name:
- The University of Hull
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points
T Level - M
Applicants must also have GCSE Mathematics, English and Science at Grade C/4 Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Other
A professional reference is required as well as an academic one
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 7 | This course requires IELTS 7.0 overall, with at least 6.5 in the writing skill and at least 7.0 in the reading, listening and speaking skills. |
We may consider an alternative English Language test for entry to this programme. Please contact us at [email protected] for further details on acceptable equivalents.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £19500 | Year 1 |
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
Provider information
University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX
Clearing contact details
Online Clearing Enquiry FormAdmissions and Applicant Services
01482 466100
Additional information
Thursday 17 August, 7am - 9pm Friday 18 August, 8am-6pm Saturday 19 August, 9am-3pm