Nursing Practice (Child) BSc (Hons)
University of StaffordshireCentre for Health Innovation Stafford, United Kingdom
Course overview
We were ranked in the Top 20 for Children's Nursing in the Guardian University Guide 2026 Our course is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council meaning you’ll be eligible to register as an NMC Children’s Nurse upon graduation
Key highlights
- Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Graduates eligible to register as an NMC Children's Nurse
- Ranked Top 20 for Children's Nursing, Guardian University Guide 2026
- Optional foundation year route available
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Typical UCAS Offer: 112 points, plus GCSE in Mathematics and English at Grade C (4) or above A levels: BBC BTEC: DMM Access awards (60 credits, with 45 at Level 3) All applicants are individually assessed and a range of…
- GCSE: C or above — to include Mathematics, English
- A-level: BBC — …112 points, plus GCSE in Mathematics and English at Grade C (4) or above A levels: BBC BTEC: DMM Access awards (60 credits, with 45 at Level 3) All applicants are individually assessed and a range of qualifications are a…
- BTEC: DMM — combined with A levels
- Additional condition: minimum_age — 18+ · All applicants must be 18 years of age at the start of the programme.
Scholarships
Care Leavers and Estranged Students
Applicants who have been in local authority or foster care can recevie a one-off higher education bursary of £2,000 from your local authority, which is paid in instalments.
Up to £2,000Disabled Students Allowance
DSA provides extra support for those students who incur extra course costs as a direct result of their disability.
Horizon Fund Bursary
£2,000 1st year undergraduate (Level 4).
Up to £2,000SMART Scholarship
The SMART scholarship represents a £3,000 discount that will be applied to every year of your tuition fees (this excludes placement years).
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Registered Children's Nurse
- Paediatric Staff Nurse
- Neonatal Nurse
- Community Children's Nurse
- School Nurse
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £9,790 per year
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 Staffordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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