BSc (Hons) Learning Disability Nursing at University of Wolverhampton

Programme overview

BSc (Hons) Learning Disability Nursing is a three-year degree approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council that leads to registration as a learning disability nurse. Students learn to care for the social, psychological and physical health of people with a learning disability, with placements across health and care settings and simulated learning in clinical skills labs.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Science | Department: School of Nursing and Midwifery | Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: 13 September 2027 | Location: Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers Foundations of Nursing Practice, fundamental nursing skills and Professional Standards and Effective Communication; Year 2 covers Developing Nursing Practice, clinical decision making in learning disability nursing and professional, ethical and legal practice, with optional healthcare innovation modules such as palliative care, safeguarding, out-of-hospital emergency care and global health nursing. Year 3 includes an Independent Project, leadership modules and Proficient Learning Disability Nursing Practice.

Career pathways

Graduates can register as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and work in healthcare settings caring for people with learning disabilities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in an English-based subject and Maths, or equivalent (Key Skills Level 2, Learn Direct Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2); GCSE short courses not accepted. Plus 104 UCAS points: A levels BCC; BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma DMM; BTEC Level 3 Diploma D*D; CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma at B; Access to HE Diploma (60 credits, 45 at Level 3, minimum 15 at Distinction); T Levels with an overall Merit; or an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, foundation degree, HND or HNC. A satisfactory personal statement and academic or employer reference are required; applicants meeting the criteria may be shortlisted for a values-based selection process and need an enhanced DBS check and occupational health clearance. Digital literacy capability is assessed through the application.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time UK home fee for undergraduate degree courses taught at the University Source

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2026/27). International full-time tuition per year Source

Intake: 13 September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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