University of Huddersfield
Nursing (Blended Learning) (Child) BSc (Hons)
University of Huddersfield

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Nursing (Blended Learning) (Child) BSc (Hons) and other courses in Children's Nursing at University of Huddersfield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Children's Nursing.

Overall student satisfaction
74 /100
20 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Nursing and Midwifery

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Children's Nursing at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25000 £25000 £26500
25-75 percentile range £24000 - £25500 £19000 - £29000 £19500 - £31500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Nursing and Midwifery

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25012 £25740 £27715
25-75 percentile range £24977 - £26582 £19213 - £29469 £20717 - £32585

Course Description

Providing care for children, young people, and their families, child nursing is a rewarding career choice. If you feel you could provide committed, compassionate, and professional care to those who need it most, our Nursing (Blended Learning) Child BSc(Hons) course could be the right degree for you.

You’ll learn in an innovative environment, supported by experienced practitioners and tutors, and the course provides a flexible way, via digital technologies, to study; you are required to attend campus for a maximum of 20 days per year.

The degree is for those in North East, Yorkshire and the Humber, Cheshire and Merseyside, North West, Cumbria or North Lincolnshire. If you are located outside these areas, please visit Health Education England for information on your nearest course provider.

Why Study Nursing (Blended Learning) Child BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?

During your studies, you’ll develop and put your clinical skills to the test, in a safe environment in our fully equipped, simulated children’s ward using patient simulators. You’ll practise your skills in acute settings, including children's wards, children’s hospitals, accident and emergency departments, and neonatal intensive care.

You'll be taught by a team who understand what it is like be a child nurse and are able to demonstrate the latest techniques and procedures, supporting you to put these skills into practice. You’ll learn online through seminars and group work, and you can become part of an online community, showcasing your work, establishing relationships with tutors, and collaborating with peers. You can also borrow a clinical skills kit, familiarising yourself with some fundamental equipment you may use in practice. You’ll also learn through independent, self-directed study, developing confidence in your self-discipline and organisational skills.

In 2024, the University’s new Daphne Steele Building opens on the site of the National Health Innovation campus; our child nursing students will benefit from specialist clinical teaching facilities and world-leading research facilities.

After successful completion of this degree, you can apply to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, and work as a Registered Nurse for Children.

Professional Bodies

This course is regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Why Huddersfield?

Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.

Recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (child).

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Nursing (Blended Learning) (Child) BSc (Hons) at University of Huddersfield

90% Business and public service associate professionals

Learning and teaching is delivered online through seminars, group work, simulation, and practical skills experience, and you’ll engage in immersive situated activities through simulation-based learning (SBL). Assessment methods include coursework, practice/proficiency-based learning, reports, presentations, and examinations. Practice placements will see you learn and be assessed in a real practice setting, with assessment via a Practice Assessment Document (PAD).

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Children's Nursing

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees

Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/ NHS Funding Students studying this course may be eligible to receive a non-repayable grant of at least £5,000 each year. Further information is available on the NHS Learning Support Fund Website - https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-learning-support-fund
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Nursing (Blended Learning) (Child), BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Nursing (Blended Learning) (Child) BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
EU £19800 year 1
International £19800 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

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About University of Huddersfield

The University of Huddersfield is a research university which is maintained through public funding, based in Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. The university’s main campus, known as Queensgate, is located within just five minute’s walking distance of Huddersfield city centre. In addition, there are two other campuses used for distinct functions, the Oldham campus and the Barnsley campus.

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Student composition of University of Huddersfield

undergraduates:
11075
postgraduates:
3010
Total:
14085
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