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Course summary
Discover the nursing job with your name on it. We’ll help to get you there through our integrated Child Nursing degree – an innovative and accessible way to begin your pathway to becoming the best child nurse you can be. Developed in partnership with service users, carers, current students and practitioners, your learning will benefit from real-world experiences. Alongside required attendance we have a flexible and accessible approach to learning which enables you to access learning materials in a variety of ways. You’ll have access to the innovative learning technologies available at Leeds, including simulation and engaging online learning packages. You'll also gain essential experience on campus, in practice settings and within Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust and private and voluntary sector organisations. On this course you'll become a forward-thinking nurse who has the competence and confidence to think critically and deliver high-quality, compassionate, and evidence-informed care. You’ll develop resilience and become a role model for other professionals and the children, young people and families you’ll provide care to. You’ll be taught how to work inclusively with all people and families and others involved in care. Join a world-class institution and lead the nursing charge today (QS World Rankings 2022). Course highlights
- Developed in partnership with service users, carers, our current students and practitioners, this course allows you to benefit from real-world experiences.
- You’ll have access to innovative technologies, such as simulation and engaging online learning packages, alongside essential experience on campus and in practice environments. Our clinical skills suite recreates a variety of healthcare settings, including a home setting, high dependency unit and hospital ward. Here, you’ll practice clinical skills such as measuring vital signs, medication management and enteral feeding methods.
- Ranked in the top 10 in the UK for Nursing (Complete University Guide 2024), we'll provide you with the outstanding education you need to grow and develop as a nurse.
- Opportunities to study abroad with either a short healthcare related option or a study abroad year which will develop transferable skills and intercultural awareness. Find out more in the 'Study abroad' section.
Assessment method
In clinical practice you’ll be assessed by registered professionals who are responsible for your learning and development whilst on placement. Within the University, assessment takes many forms including individual and group assignments, written and oral exams, and practical assessments. You’ll need to demonstrate knowledge and application of nursing concepts and techniques, and will develop abilities, skills and competencies in providing person-centred care. You’ll need to produce work that is both evaluative and creative and show you can conduct independent, in-depth enquiry within the discipline. You’ll need to be able to draw on a wide variety of evidence-based material such as academic journals, textbooks, policy and national health-related guidelines and be able to evaluate and critique received opinion.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
How to apply
29Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
T Level - M
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
When applying, you should provide an academic reference, which also includes a statement which attests to your character and good standing.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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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
For further information please see http://www.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduatefees
Provider information
University of Leeds
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT