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Bachelor of Nursing Science Registered Nurse
- Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- 3, 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A three-year full-time Bachelor of Science in Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Child) taught in the School of Healthcare and Nursing Sciences on Northumbria's Coach Lane Campus in Newcastle.
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
- Apply core knowledge and methods in Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Child). Analyze relevant problems
- Communicate evidence-based solutions
- And use appropriate professional or academic practices.
Career outcomes
- Registered children's nurse (NMC registration)
Curriculum
- Three-year full-time degree. Year 1 core: Introduction to Children and Young People's Health and Illness
- Nursing Skills 1: Introduction to Nursing Assessment Skills. Final-year core: Nursing Skills 5: Leading and Improving Safety and Care Quality
- Nursing Skills 6: Advancing Nursing Skills
Entry requirements
Academic
- Standard offer 112 UCAS Tariff points (96 contextual) from Level 3 qualifications. GCSE: Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C
- Or recognised equivalents. Additional: Applicants will be required to attend an interview. Admission is subject to a suitable DBS Enhanced Certificate and a satisfactory health check. Applicants must meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council's suitability for registration requirements.
Accepted academic background
Level 3 qualifications such as A-levels, T Levels, BTEC, Scottish/Irish Highers, Access to HE, International Baccalaureate, Or the country-specific equivalent listed on the country pages, Extended degrees (with a foundation year) take lower points, Top-ups need a prior HND/foundation degree, Some courses need GCSE maths or science and portfolios/interviews.
Language tests
- IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5
- TOEFL iBT Other components 7.0)
- PTE Academic TOEFL iBT Not published
- Cambridge PTE Academic Not published
- Duolingo Cambridge Not published
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity or Passport
- English Proficiency Evidence Where Applicable.
How to apply
- Check entry requirements (UCAS Tariff points
- GCSEs
- IELTS. Country equivalents at northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry) and key dates on the course page. Apply directly via the international application on the course page (choose the start month) or through UCAS. No university application fee is stated. Submit qualifications
- English evidence and personal statement. Some courses need a portfolio or interview. Accept the offer and pay the 5
- 500 GBP minimum tuition deposit. Receive the CAS and apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,850 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £30 GBP |
| Deposit | £5,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Coach Lane Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Healthcare and Nursing Sciences |
| Department | School of Nursing |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships, Bursaries, Or merit awards may be available to eligible students at Northumbria University. Eligibility, Award value, And application deadlines vary by scholarship and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Jan 2027
60 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3, 4 years.
The next deadline is 13 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £19,850 GBP per year. The application fee is £30 GBP. The deposit is £5,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £11,687 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, TOEFL iBT Other components 7.0), PTE Academic TOEFL iBT Not published, Cambridge PTE Academic Not published, Duolingo Cambridge Not published. An interview is required.