BSc Nursing Child
Course overview
The BSc in Nursing (Child) at Canterbury Christ Church University prepares students to care for infants, children, young people, and their families. Students gain both theoretical and practical knowledge, enabling students to be competent, compassionate, and sustainable practitioners. Learning is gained through a balanced approach, with half of the study time spent at the university and the other half in practice placements across various settings hospitals, schools, and community environments.
Students use simulation suites, which offer well-equipped practice rooms that look like real hospital wards, where they can gain hands-on experience.
The programme's learning experience involves direct interaction with children and young people, with real-life issues discussed during sessions. Students explore areas such as health promotion, clinical skills, person-centred care, evidence-based practice, and interprofessional working.
Students are assessed through multiple-choice examinations, written assignments, portfolios, case studies, group presentations, and dissertations. Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Child Nurse.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement detailing their reasons for applying to the course, along with any relevant academic or work experience. A reference from an academic or employer is also necessary, with an option to include a CV to showcase their experience and skills, and photo identification.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need to achieve a BBC at A-level or accumulate 112 UCAS Tariff points. A Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first taught from September 2016) at DMM, or an Access to Higher Education Diploma with 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit, is accepted. Applicants with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme need 29 points.
- Applicants must have GCSE English Language and Mathematics grades A-C / 4-9, or an equivalent qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the university's minimum English language requirements, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in every section.
- Applicants can submit equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL, SELT and PTE.
Scholarships
Academic Excellence Scholarship
You will receive £2,000.
Up to £2,000International Student Scholarship
You will gain a reduction of £1,500 from your fees for each year of full-time study.
Up to £1,500Partner Schools Award
You will receive up to £1,500 over three years.
Up to £1,500Sanctuary Scholarship
Tuition fee support: you will be offered a tuition fee waiver until you are awarded status that entitles you to access statutory student support. This does not cover repeat years of study.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Nursing (Child) course are well-prepared for the following job roles:
- Paediatric Staff Nurse
- Paediatric Emergency or ITU Nurse
- Specialist Paediatric Nurse
- Community Paediatric Nurse
- School Nurse
- Neonatal or Paediatric Palliative Care Nurse
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the BSc Nursing (Child) international students is £15,500 per year.
Admission
Applicants for the BSc Nursing (Child) should visit the school application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.
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