Nursing (Blended Learning) Child BSc(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
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. This course is designed for those located within the 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. From the very start of this course, you’ll get the chance to develop the vital skills, values, and confidence needed to care for children, young people, and their families, whatever their circumstances. This includes those with acute illness, long-term conditions or those who need help to maintain their health.
In the National Student Survey 2025, Child Nursing at Huddersfield is ranked top in Yorkshire for learning resources. You’ll learn in an innovative environment, supported by experienced practitioners and tutors, and the course – regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) – is designed for those who wish to fit in their studies around other life commitments.
Key highlights
- Regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Blended learning designed to fit around other life commitments
- Care for children with acute illness and long-term conditions
- Ranked top in Yorkshire for learning resources, NSS 2025
- Supported by experienced practitioners and tutors throughout
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB-BBC — BBB-BBC at A Level .
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — If you are studying A Level Science, the endorsement for practical work is essential and a requirement for entry to our degree course. 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level DDM-DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma.
- BTEC: DDM-DMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 Level 3 credits, 15 at Distinction, 30 at Merit
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include English Language, English Literature, Mathematics
- Additional condition: work_experience — You must demonstrate that you have a broad understanding of child nursing, as well as relevant work experience (employment or voluntary) highlighting your transferable skills.
- Additional condition: interview — Offers will be subject to an interview and references.
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Registered Nurse (Child)
- Children's Ward Nurse
- Paediatric Community Nurse
- Neonatal Nurse
- School Nurse
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £19,800
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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