Nursing (Learning Disability)
BSc (Hons)
The programme offers a flexible, blended approach to learning, which draws on a full range of modern teaching and learning methods. Students learn in a range of settings, with links to their service user's journey.
Students learn how to practice within a statutory framework and code of ethics which will enable them to develop as safe, caring and competent decision-makers willing to accept personal and professional accountability for their actions and continuing professional development.
Upon successful completion of the programme the student will gain the qualification of Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Registration with the NMC is required to practice as a nurse in the UK. Students who successfully complete their programme will have five years in which to register or record their qualifications with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Course level
Undergraduate
Modes of study
Full time
Attendance
Three years full-time. Intake in October each year.
Location
Park Campus
Entry requirements
One of the following routes:
- 240-300 UCAS tariff points at A level along with five GCSEs grade A - C
- A BTEC National Diploma at M, M, M and five GCSEs grade A - C
- National Certificate Advanced GNVQ/GSVQ Merit grade overall and five GCSEs grade A - C
- A kitemarked Access to Higher Education course with 30 credits at Merit or above
- Successful completion of the first year of a relevant Foundation Degree, along with five GCSEs grade A - C
- A Health and Social Care Diploma at Level 3 (advanced level) along with five GCSEs grade A - C
English and Maths GCSE at grade C or above are essential and must be achieved prior to commencement of the course. Recent academic study completed within the last five years is also required. Where the applicant's first language is not English, evidence of an IELTS score of 7 is required.
UCAS details
UCAS code: B703
UCAS description: BSc/NurLD
Length of study
Three years full-time
School
Course content
The curriculum's modular basis enables the student to develop both personally and professionally.
Learning Disability Nursing
This field equips students with nursing skills to work within health and social care environments. It will also enable students to work with a wide range of other professions that care for people with learning disabilities and their families. Practice placements will be in a variety of health, education and social care settings with clients of all ages and a range of needs.
Special course features
Placement learning opportunities:
- Practical experiences are gained within community settings, the voluntary sector and other health and social care organisations within Northamptonshire
- European Nursing Module through which students can complete a two week placement in a European city
Typical modules
Modules include the following:
- Foundations of support for people with a learning disability
- Managing the complexities of learning disabilities
- Leadership Management and Team Working
Assessment
Continuous assessment of theory and practice.
Career opportunities
A wide range of professional careers in health and social care and research.
For further information visit http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk/.
Study abroad opportunities
European Nursing Module (ENM)
The University of Northampton is one of only four Universities in the country that can offer a two week placement in one of around 18 different European cities.
Students experience a different health system, culture and life experience.
This opportunity is available at a specifically negotiated time during the programme within the second or third stage of study.
Students do have to meet the costs themselves though these are kept to the minimum possible.
The two weeks away do count as placement hours as agreed with the NMC.
More information is available from fiona.barchard@northampton.ac.uk.
Course progressions
For undergraduate application information please see our how to apply page.
Full time fees
Full time undergraduate ‘Home’ and EU students who have a place on a NHS-funded course will normally have their tuition fees paid on their behalf provided they meet the eligibility criteria for the NHS Bursary scheme.
For further information on the eligibility criteria, please refer to the ‘Eligibility’ section on the NHS Student Bursaries website.
Scholarships and bursaries
The following scholarships may be applicable:
Notes
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