Develop knowledge of complex care for children and young people. Look at how medications act on body systems. Examine the factors that affect health and illness. Then dive into a rewarding career making a difference to the lives of children, and their families and carers, every day.
Children’s nursing is constantly evolving – and we care about you being at the forefront of healthcare delivery. That’s why we designed our course to ensure that 50% of your time is spent gaining practical experience caring for children and young people. We’re ranked 1st in The Guardian League T...
Develop knowledge of complex care for children and young people. Look at how medications act on body systems. Examine the factors that affect health and illness. Then dive into a rewarding career making a difference to the lives of children, and their families and carers, every day.<br/><br/>Children’s nursing is constantly evolving – and we care about you being at the forefront of healthcare delivery. That’s why we designed our course to ensure that 50% of your time is spent gaining practical experience caring for children and young people. We’re ranked 1st in The Guardian League Table (2024 and 2025) for children’s nursing, and were consistently achieving great student satisfaction. And you’ll be taught by research-active children’s nursing practitioners, who are passionate about supporting students to become practitioners who provide the best evidence informed nursing care.<br/><br/>We prepare you to be a confident, professional practitioner. You’ll be able to care for children from newborn to teenage years, in the ever-changing health and social care environment. And having developed empathy, sensitivity and excellent communication skills you are bound to succeed.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B708
Institution Code
O66
Points of Entry
Year 1
112
One science subject is required. Examples of science subjects that will be considered include: Physical Education, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Psychology.
12 Level 3 credits in a science subject required. GCSE English and Maths still required.
Examples of subjects that will be considered include: Applied Science, Forensic Science, Health and Social Care and Sports.
GCSE Maths - 4 GCSE English - 4 GCSE Science - 4
One science subject is required. Examples of science subjects that will be considered include: Physical Education, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Psychology.
Examples of subjects that will be considered include: Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
International | £17,750 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |