Program Overview

Nursing (Children's) BSc (Hons)

Overview

The BSc (Hons) Nursing (Children's) program at the University of Derby is a three-year, full-time course that prepares students to become registered nurses in children's nursing. The program is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Course Description

The program is a holistic learning experience that enables students to become emotionally resilient and transformational Registered Nurses of the future. Students will complete a range of modules to develop the fundamental knowledge and skills for safe, effective nursing practice, where the interests of people using or needing nursing services are put first.

Study Options

• Full-time: 3 years
• UK fee: £9,535 per year (2025/26)
• International fee: £16,900 per year (2025/26)
• UCAS points: 128 (September 2025 entry)
• UCAS code: B710
• Start dates: September
• Location: Kedleston Road, Derby Campus

Course Content

The program includes a range of modules, including:

• Introduction to Nursing
• Health Sciences for Nursing Practice (Child)
• Person-centred Nursing Care for Health & Wellbeing (Child)

Assessment

Assessments are aligned to module learning outcomes and support students to build academic skill and professional development. Each assessment within the program has the following underpinning characteristics:

• Each assessment has value and distinct relevance to professional nursing practice.
• They support development and progression through the program.
• Each assessment focuses on supporting students to meet the NMC standards for registration.
• They support the application of theory to practice.
• The assessment process is transparent, and students receive timely and constructive feedback to support their success.

Careers

On successful completion of this degree, students will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and go into practice as a nurse. Graduates from this program could go on to work in a range of healthcare settings across hospitals and in community-based teams.

Entry Requirements

• UCAS points: 128
• A Level: ABB
• T Level: Distinction
• BTEC: DDM
• GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
• Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with the equivalent of 128 UCAS points
• English language requirements: IELTS: 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each skills area)

Fees and Funding

• UK fee: £9,535 per year (2025/26)
• International fee: £16,900 per year (2025/26)
• Additional costs and optional extras:
  • Suitable shoes that comply with uniform policy approx. £40
  • Travel to and from university base
  • Textbooks to supplement anything available through the library - various prices depending on the content
  • Printing costs of course materials if a hard copy is desired approximately 5p per sheet

How to Apply

Students should apply through UCAS. The program is now closed for September 2025 entry due to limited available spaces.