BSc (Hons) Learning Disability Nursing at University of Hull

Programme overview

A three-year NMC-approved degree preparing students to deliver high-quality, evidence-based health care to people with learning disabilities, with 50% of time on clinical placements in homes, schools, treatment units and care services.

What you will study

Year 1 modules include Fundamental Nursing Skills and Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health; year 2 includes Maximising My Health; year 3 includes Leading and Managing Care and Living My Best Life, alongside six practice modules.

Career pathways

Graduates are eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Most go on to work in the NHS; others work overseas, in private practice, social services, the pharmaceutical industry, the Armed Forces, the prison service or specialist areas such as drug rehabilitation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 96-112 UCAS points (contextual offer 96 points), obtained from 3 A levels or other equivalent qualifications. GCSE English, Maths and Science at grade 4 or C or above. Shortlisted applicants are invited to an interview; an annual Good Health and Good Character declaration and a Disclosure and Barring Service check are required. Alternative qualifications: IB Diploma 28 points; BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DMM in relevant subject(s); Access to HE Diploma Pass overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points in Health and Social Care or a health-related subject; Functional Skills Level 2 Maths accepted as alternative maths; BTEC First Diploma Pass accepted as alternative science; University of Hull Certificate in Practice Skills for Health and Social Care (60 credits at Level 4 in appropriate subjects). International applicants: academic IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in writing and at least 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK students, 2027 entry (fees for 2028 entry not confirmed). Source

International applicants: GBP 21,520 a year (2027/28). International students, 2027 entry (fees for 2028 entry not confirmed). Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/86ec694f-65bc-dfba-5817-184302122fdf

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