Children's Nursing, BSc Hons

We have excellent links with the National Health Service (NHS) and other care providers and will arrange your placements in both hospitals and community settings, including GP practices, with community nurses and health visitors.

You will spend 50% of your time each year in these valuable work placements. It is here that you will be assessed by qualified practitioners.

Successful completion of this course will equip you to work as a Registered Children's Nurse in various setting such as the hospital and community, and to progress your career within the children's nursing arena.

Nurses in both hospital and community settings have opportunities to become managers, educators and clinical specialists.

Our Employability & Careers Service (ECS) is committed to supporting our students and recent graduates in their transition towards a rewarding graduate destination. We aim to empower our students to achieve their potential, with support including:

CV and cover letter checks
Application support
One-to-one careers advice
Interview tips and support
Careers fairs
Internships
Graduate jobs.

You should normally hold three GCSEs at Grade 4 or above on new grading system (or grade C) which must include English Language (or equivalent) and Mathematics (or equivalent)

And 112 UCAS points.

We also accept:

BTEC/National Diploma
International Baccalaureate
Advanced and Progression Diplomas
Access courses
NVQ (Level 3)
Diploma in Health and Social Care (Level 3)
Foundation degrees.

Nursing and Midwifery at Greenwich is number one in London for satisfaction with teaching (Guardian League Tables 2021).
Nursing students may benefit from additional support of at least £5,000 a year to help with living costs.
Our highly qualified staff who are both teachers and researchers, giving you access to a talented pool of educators.
You will be placed in a NHS trust for the three-year course, although you will have the opportunity to change your placement area for part of Year 3.
We are currently developing a brand-new simulation suite where you will be able to practice and develop your skills and knowledge in a safe environment.