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Master of Adult and Learning Disabilities Nursing
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
This full-time MSci course, taught on the City South campus, is a four-year dual-field nursing degree leading to qualification in adult and learning disabilities nursing.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Understand curriculum content including 48-month taught programme
- Apply knowledge to relevant Adult and Learning Disabilities Nursing problems
- Communicate findings clearly
Career outcomes
- adult nursing
- Learning disabilities nursing
- Specialist clinical roles such as emergency care and primary care
Curriculum
- 48-month taught programme. Modules include Developing Your Nursing Identity: Skills for Academic and Professional Growth
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Assessment
- Principles of Adult Nursing
- The Nurses Role in Health Promotion and Reducing Health Inequalities
- Professional Practice 1 in Adult Nursing and Principles of Learning Disabilities Nursing.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Normally a UK 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject; some courses ask for professional qualifications
- work experience
- a portfolio
- an audition or an interview. English: IELTS 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5 unless the course page states more.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject, BCUIC pre-master's accepted for entry, CV for applicants who graduated over 2 years ago, Some courses need work experience or portfolio
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Undergraduate or postgraduate degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose
- References or resume where requested
- Proof of language proficiency if required
- Additional documents subject to the official program checklist
How to apply
- Review the course entry and English language requirements. Apply using UCAS or the appropriate postgraduate application route. Submit academic transcripts and relevant supporting documents. Complete any interview or portfolio assessment where required. Meet the conditions of the offer. Complete the CAS checks and applicable tuition payment.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,630 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £30 GBP |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | City South |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Nursing and Midwifery |
| Department | Nursing and Midwifery |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship eligibility and award amounts must be confirmed with the institution for the selected degree and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
199 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £19,630 GBP per year. The application fee is £30 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0). An interview is required.

