Nursing (Child)
University of Leeds
UCAS Code: B730 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University of Leeds
UCAS Code: B730 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
A-level: BBB Including one of the following subjects: Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology, Physics, Psychology, or Sociology. General Studies and Critical Thinking not accepted. GCSE: 5 GCSEs at Grade C or 4 including English (Language or Literature), Maths and a Science. Level 2 Functional Skills Maths and English at a Pass are accepted as equivalent to GCSE grade 4 or C.
Access to HE Diploma
Access to HE Diploma in either Health and Social Care, Nursing and Midwifery, or Science 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3, with 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit. Must also include 12 science credits at Level 3. GCSEs: GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 / C or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths and English at a Pass are accepted as equivalent to GCSE grade 4 or C.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Applicants must obtain 34 points overall, including 3 subjects at higher level including at least one science related subject, each at grade 5 and above.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Applicants must obtain 2 H2 and 4 H3 grades in the Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level), with H2 in a Science subject.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Extended Diploma: DDD in Health and Social Care or Applied Science. Diploma: DD in Health and Social Care or Applied Science, plus one A Level at Grade B, or CTEC at Distinction. Diploma and Extended Certificate: DD in Health and Social Care or Applied Science, plus D in Health and Social Care or Applied Science. Extended Certificate: D in Health and Social Care or Applied Science plus 2 A Levels at grade BB.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Extended Diploma: DDD in Health and Social Care or Applied Science. Diploma: DD in Health and Social Care or Applied Science, plus one A Level at Grade B, or BTEC at Distinction. Diploma and Extended Certificate: DD in Health and Social Care or Applied Science, plus D in Health and Social Care or Applied Science. Extended Certificate: D in Health and Social Care or Applied Science plus 2 A Levels at grade BB.
Scottish Higher
BB in Advanced Highers and BBBBB in Highers. A science must also be taken at Advanced Higher. B in an Advanced Higher and BBBBB in Highers. A science must also be taken at Advanced Higher. BBBBBB in Highers including a science.
T Level
T Level in Health and Health Science – Merit with a B in Core Component T Level in Science – Merit with a B in Core Component Please note, you must still meet our standard GCSE requirements as outlined above
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at grade B
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About this course
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**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.
**Accreditation**
Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Students who successfully complete this programme will be able to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Assessment methods
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.
The Uni
University of Leeds
School of Healthcare
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