Nursing / Registered Nurse (Learning Disability) BSc(Hons) single honours
Bachelor's degree
In Surrey
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Surrey
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Duration
3 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
This course is for is for students that want to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities. It has a strong practical focus and will give you the knowledge and skills you need to become a registered learning disability nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
The course is taught in partnership with St George's, University of London, so you'll get combined expertise, facilities and interpersonal learning. You'll gain hands-on experience in our award-winning simulation suite and develop your skills and confidence in caring for people by working with the famous Baked Bean Theatre Company.
You will have access to a wide range of placements, including some internationally if you wish. You'll also have the opportunity to be a part of the wider Learning Disability Nursing UK and Eire network and can attend the Positive Choices Learning Disability Conference.
This course is designed for a small and enthusiastic cohort of students, where you'll benefit from individual learning and support. You will be taught by our dynamic teaching team which includes leading researchers and experts in Learning Disability nursing from practice and the Department of Health. Our students are highly sought after and receive multiple job offers before their course is complete.
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About this course
Unrivalled career prospects:
99% of graduates are employed within 6 months
Many receive multiple job offers
We have excellent relationships with our clinical partners and employers
Exciting learning opportunities:
You will have the opportunity to undertake a national or international placement
You will study and practice alongside other health and social care students
You will learn in our award-winning skills and simulation suite
You will experience innovative arts-based activities
Expert teachers and clinical staff:
Lecturers are experts in their field
Many are active researchers and publish nursing books and articles
Excellent support in University and clinical practice
There are excellent career and postgraduate opportunities. You will receive tailored career development opportunities delivered in partnership with senior staff from partner Trusts and Organisations.
A-level: science or health-related subject preferred. Grades BBC. General Studies not accepted.
BTEC Extended or National Diploma: Science or Health Studies. Distinction Merit Merit.
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to 112 UCAS points
Note: Functional/Key Skills points not accepted as part of the tariff.
This degree confers both an academic award and a professional qualification in nursing. On completion of the programme, students are recommended to the Nursing and Midwifery Council for professional registration.
Once qualified, students have a range of employment opportunities across Surrey and south-west London in leading NHS and independent organisations as well as nationally. Staff development and continuing professional development programmes support and encourage life-long learning.
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Subjects
- Disability
- Nurse
- Nursing Practice
- Nurse training
- Science for Nursing
- Nursing
- Nursing in Context
- Disability Nursing
- Person-Centred care
- Health Needs
- Identifying
- Health outcomes
- Promoting Improved
Course programme
Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list. These are modules that will be delivered in 2019. Our 2020 curriculum is currently being revised in line with the new NMC standards.
Year 1- Science for Nursing
- Nursing in Context
- Foundations of Learning Disability Nursing
- Nursing Practice Part 1
- Person-centred Care
- Learning Disability: Identifying and Meeting Health Needs
- Learning Disability: Promoting Improved Health Outcomes
- Nursing Practice Part 2
- Transition to Professional Practice in Learning Disability Nursing
- Complexities of Learning Disability Nursing
- Developing Evidence-based Practice
- Nursing Practice Part 3
Additional information
Nursing / Registered Nurse (Learning Disability) BSc(Hons) single honours