BSc Children s Nursing

The Buckinghamshire New University BSc Children's Nursing with Foundation is a comprehensive programme designed to prepare students for a career in caring for children from birth to adulthood and supporting their families. The course combines academic study with practical learning, supported by strong collaboration between the University, service users, and NHS practice partners. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates are eligible to apply for NMC registration as qualified nurses.

Students dedicate approximately half their time to clinical practice within NHS Trusts and independent care providers, with the remaining half spent in university-based learning. This ensures a balanced approach to education. 

In this course, students learn through seminars, lectures, simulations, and virtual learning environments and are assessed through reflective assignments, presentations, exams, literature reviews, and oral examinations, alongside a mandatory Practice Assessment Document completed each year.

Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) provides various academic programmes and is dedicated to promoting a supportive learning environment. The institution focuses on equipping its students with the essential skills required for prosperous careers. BNU takes pride in its strong connections with various industries, ensuring that its courses remain relevant and that its graduates are thoroughly prepared for the professional world.

The university offers numerous undergraduate and postgraduate courses, covering fields such as Engineering, Art and Design, Health and Social Care, Business, and Creative Industries. BNU also includes foundation year courses and apprenticeship programmes, underscoring its commitment to accessible education. Furthermore, the university features modern facilities and aims to engage students in their chosen disciplines through practical learning, site visits, and insightful presentations from industry experts.

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement outlining their reasons for applying to the course and provide other relevant information about their academic background. An appropriate academic and/or employer reference is also a necessary component of the application. Applicants also have the option to include their curriculum vitae to highlight their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

• You need a UCAS tariff score ranging from 48 to 88, which can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC, or an Access to Higher Education diploma. 
• The university also accepts international qualifications that are recognised as equivalent to UK A-levels.

English Proficiency: 

• If your primary language is not English, you need an overall score of 6.5 in IELTS, with no component score below 6.0. 
• Other equivalent test scores, including PTE and TOEFL, are also accepted.

For international students, the annual tuition fee for the BSc Children's Nursing with Foundation programme at Buckinghamshire New University is £15,150.

Buckinghamshire New University offers its undergraduate students a good number of scholarships and bursaries to assist them in achieving their full potential. These include the BNU Learning Resource Fund, which provides £150 for study materials, and the Thrive Bursary, awarding £500 to eligible UK students based on household income or deprivation criteria. Additionally, specialised bursaries offer £1,100 plus accommodation for care leavers, estranged students, and those from Gypsy, Traveller, Roma, Showman, and Boater (GTRSB) backgrounds. The university also provides emergency aid, a hardship fund, and guidance on external support.

Potential career paths include:

• Children's Nurse in General Wards
• Neonatal Nurse
• Paediatric Intensive Care Nurse
• Community Children's Nurse
• School Nurse
• Nurse Specialist (e.g., Diabetes, Oncology)

Applications for this course are submitted through UCAS. Our trained advisors are available to help.