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BSc (Hons) Nursing (Children's) at Oxford Brookes University

Oxford Brookes University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Children's nursing is constantly evolving. You will be diving into a rewarding career that will make a difference to children, young people, and their families and carers every day.

Faculty: Oxford School of Nursing and Midwifery  |  Duration: 3 years; It is possible to consider applications for entry for year 2 or 18 months for applicants who have credit from previous learning and/or relevant professional experience  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You'll start with an introduction to evidence-informed practice and critical thinking for clinical environments. As you progress, you'll develop your knowledge of anatomy, terminology and physiological principles.

Career pathways

After completing the course, you'll be able to register as a children’s nurse with the NMC and work in a range of settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard offer: UCAS Tariff Points: 112 A Level: BBC IB Points: 27 BTEC: DMM Contextual offer: UCAS Tariff Points: 88 A Level: CCD IB Points: 24 BTEC: MMM A Level: Including one A Level or a comparable Level 3 qualification in a science subject (e.g. Physical Education, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology). GCSE: Grade 4 (C) in English, Maths and Science. For English and Maths, Level 2 Functional Skills are accepted as alternatives to GCSEs. Relevant experience (e.g. in a hospital) or a suitable indication of your interest in, and understanding of, the relevant healthcare profession. Caring for vulnerable children and their families is very fulfilling but it is important to recognise that it can be emotionally challenging too. We find that students enjoy their course and are more successful if they have carefully considered these factors and reflected on their personal readiness to embark upon a children's nursing career prior to starting the course. We are happy to talk through any individual concerns or queries you may have. Securing a place is subject to both a satisfactory DBS and an Occupational Health clearance. If neither clearance has been completed prior to enrolment or a DBS issue has been declared on application, then enrolment may not be possible. UCAS code: B708.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Annual full-time tuition fee as listed on the course page Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2026/27). Annual full-time tuition fee as listed on the course page Source

Duration: 3 years; It is possible to consider applications for entry for year 2 or 18 months for applicants wh

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