BSc Nursing Child

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.

Canterbury Christ Church University is a well-regarded institution with campuses in Canterbury and Medway, Kent. The university provides excellent learning and teaching resources, including an award-winning library, Augustine House, and modern sports facilities. 

The university offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, encompassing subjects such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts, alongside its distinguished health and social care programmes. As part of the Universities at Medway, students benefit from a wider collegiate environment with shared facilities.

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.

The tuition fee for the BSc Nursing (Child) international students is £15,500 per year.

Canterbury Christ Church University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to international students, including A reduction of £1,500 from fees for each year of full-time study, for eligible international students.

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

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.