Course modalities offered

University of Huddersfield
Nursing (Learning Disability) BSc (Hons)
University of Huddersfield

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Are you passionate about meeting the needs of people with a learning disability? Are you looking for an interesting and exciting career working to support people’s health, wellbeing and independence? Our Nursing (Learning Disability) BSc(Hons) degree regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) could be a great place for you to take the first steps towards making a huge difference to people’s everyday lives.

  • You'll be supported by a team who really understand what it’s like to be a learning disability nurse and will learn through lectures, seminars, group work, simulation and role play.

  • You'll practice and develop your skills through a variety of clinical placements in a range of statutory, private and voluntary services, in order to prepare you to pursue your career.

  • You'll learn how to work in partnership with service users, their families, carers and other professionals to promote health and wellbeing.

  • You’ll have the opportunity to hear the experiences and viewpoints from service users and carers, who are part of the Public Partnership Group.

  • You’ll also learn how to respond to the physical, cognitive and mental health care needs of all patients and service users across their lifespan.

Learning disability nursing is an exciting and rewarding career where you can support people from a range of backgrounds to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Learning disability nurses provide hands on care, as well as emotional and educational support in order to promote an individual’s independence. They work in people’s homes, schools, respite units, hospitals and secure services to empower individuals to achieve their potential and have more choice and control over their lives. Working in partnership with the individual and their families, learning disability nurses work independently and with other professionals, learning how to respond to individual needs.

The course is designed to help you become a competent, caring and compassionate nurse who can work confidently with a high level of personal and technical skills to improve the quality of life of people with a learning disability. You'll spend half of your time undertaking theoretical study and the other half in practice as you develop your knowledge and skills in order to empower, advocate and protect the rights of marginalised people. These will include communication and interpersonal skills, person centred working, leadership and management, evidence-based decision making and team working.

Professional links and accreditation: This course is regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC - http://www.nmc.org.uk/).

Whilst studying this course you're currently not required to register as a member with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), however you must follow their codes of conduct.

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).

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

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 10 graduates of Nursing (Learning Disability) BSc (Hons) at University of Huddersfield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in .

Overall student satisfaction
40 /100
10 total respondents
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Source: National Student Survey NSS 2022
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The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Learning Disabilities Nursing

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of 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 £24500 £25000 £26500
25-75 percentile range £24000 - £25000 £19000 - £29000 £19500 - £31500
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
All Learning Disabilities Nursing courses of University of Huddersfield


Salary of all UK Graduates of Learning Disabilities Nursing

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25087 £26238 £28248
25-75 percentile range £24000 - £28043 £20262 - £31000 £21504 - £35000
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
All Learning Disabilities Nursing courses in the UK

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.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
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Current jobs

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
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Required skill level of job after 15 months

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

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

90% Nursing Professionals
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Dec 20, 2022

The assessment methods on the course are varied and involve a combination of coursework, practice/proficiency based learning, reports, presentations and examinations. The nature of the assessment varies from module to module, and mirrors the modes of communication expected of graduates in this field, such as the ability to present to a range of audiences and provide reports to enhance the quality of care.

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) 2016

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

from a combination of Level 3 qualifications. If you are studying A Level Science, the endorsement for practical work is essential and a requirement for entry to our degree course.

Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Dec 20, 2022
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Qualification requirements

If you are studying A Level Science, the endorsement for practical work is essential and a requirement for entry to our degree course.

120 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.

NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma/Level 3 Extended Diploma at grade B. In addition: You must have completed 12 years of general education and have GCSE English Language or English Literature and Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme, or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English. You must demonstrate that you have a broad understanding of learning disability nursing, as well as relevant work experience (employment or voluntary) highlighting your transferable skills. You also need satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and occupational health clearances prior to registration on the course. We arrange these as part of the application process. You'll be required to sign a self-declaration at the start of each year and at the end of the course. All police contact during the course must be reported to the course leader as a matter of urgency and may lead to suspension or termination. We will request an Overseas Police Check if you have lived in a country outside of the UK for 6 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years before applying to us and whilst aged 18 or over. Offers will be subject to an interview and references. Please note all the information provided in support of your application may be checked and must be verifiable as a true record You may be eligible to gain accreditation for your prior learning towards this course (http://www.hud.ac.uk/hhs/apl). Please note that the course you are applying for is regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) which allows a maximum of 50% of credits for the award to be conferred through accreditation of prior learning. Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements. Please note places are limited and attainment of the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee an interview or offer.

Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

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/
Do you not fulfill the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements?
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Costs

Tuition Fees Nursing (Learning Disability) BSc (Hons)

Channel Islands £9250 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
EU £18000 year 1
International £18000 year 1

Additional fee information

This information is for applicants applying to study at the University of Huddersfield in the academic year 2021/22. Please note that your tuition fees for subsequent years may rise in line with inflation RPI-X. This webpage will be updated with 2022/23 tuition fees as information becomes available.

If you are an EU or International student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - http://www.hud.ac.uk/international/tuition-fees/

Please email the Student Finance Office [email protected] or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.

The Government has announced that from September 2020 new and existing students studying this course will be eligible to receive a non-repayable grant of at least £5,000 each year. Further information is available on:

The Governments website -
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nursing-students-to-receive-5-000-payment-a-year?

and the Council of Deans Frequently Asked Questions -
https://councilofdeans.org.uk/2019/12/new-student-support-arrangements-for-healthcare-students/
Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2024

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

Positions of University of Huddersfield in top UK and global rankings.

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Rankings of University of Huddersfield in related subject specific rankings.

Medicine & Health

    • #32 
    • #40 
    Nursing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #20 
    • #201 
    Nursing
    ARWU by subject - Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 26 May, 2021]

See all 32 university rankings of University of Huddersfield

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.

Student composition of University of Huddersfield

Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
undergraduates:
11885
postgraduates:
2785
Total:
14670
Source: Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

Queensgate Campus
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