Program Overview

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Children's Nursing, BSc Hons

Overview

Our children’s nursing degree prepares you for the role and responsibilities of a registered children's nurse. You'll be working in the NHS serving young people and their families in south-east London and Kent.

Course Details

UCAS points

112 (view full requirements)

Course/institution codes

B720 A BSc/Nurse

Interested in a different year?

Select your preferred year of entry:

• 2026/27

School

Health Sciences

Location

Avery Hill Campus

Duration

3 years full-time

Start month

September; January

Home/international fees 2025/26

£9,535 /£18,700

What you should know about this course

• In London, our Children's Nursing is ranked 1st for Satisfied with Teaching (Guardian League Tables 2025)
• 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
• You will be able to practice and develop your skills and knowledge in our brand-new simulation suite.

Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council

How you will learn

Teaching

Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.

You can view more information about how each module is taught within our 'What you will study' section.

Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your personal tutor. Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials.

Class sizes

Class sizes vary by module. Lectures are normally attended by larger groups, and seminars/tutorials by smaller groups. This can vary more widely for modules that are shared between degrees. All students will have opportunities for 1-to-1 time with their tutors.

Independent learning

Outside of timetabled sessions, you are also expected to dedicate around 30 hours a week to self-study. This may involve further reading and research, preparing coursework and presentations, and preparing for tests and exams. Our facilities are designed to support you in these activities.

We encourage you to join societies and participate in sporting and other activities to engage in the wider life of the university community.

Overall workload

If you are studying full-time, you should expect the workload to be similar to a full-time job. For part-time students, this will reduce in proportion with the number of courses you are studying.

Each module you study towards this degree is worth 15 or 30 credits. These represent around 150 or 300 study hours respectively. If you receive 100 contact hours for a 30-credit module, you should expect to commit 200 hours to independent study to complete it successfully.

Assessment

You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section.

Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.

Feedback summary

We aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days.

Dates and timetables

The academic year runs from September to June.

Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please use our contact form.

What you will study

Full time

Year 1

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology (Child) (30 credits)
• Foundations of Nursing Practice (Children's Nursing) (30 credits)
• Individual Health and Wellbeing (Child) (30 credits)
• Practice Learning 1
• Academic Skills Development (Child) (30 credits)

Year 2

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Pathophysiology: Illness And Its Impact Upon Individuals (Child) (15 credits)
• Developing Children’s Nursing Practice (30 credits)
• Medicines Management (CHILD) (15 credits)
• Practice Learning 2 (MH/LD & Child)
• Recognising and Managing Individual Needs (CHILD) (30 credits)
• Understanding Research in Evidence Based Practice (CN) (30 credits)

Year 3

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Advancing Children’s Nursing Practice (30 credits)
• Consolidating Children’s Nursing Practice (30 credits)
• Practice Learning 3 (MH/LD/Child)
• Preparation for Professional Practice (CN) (30 credits)
• Exploring Evidence for Professional Practice (CN) (30 credits)

Entry requirements

UK citizens and permanent residents

Qualifications

• 112 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.
• In addition, you will need: GCSE Mathematics at grade 4/C and GCSE English Language at grade 4/C. Equivalent qualifications may be considered.

We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met. For further information, please see our Contextual Admissions policy.

Application and selection

• Suitable applicants will be required to attend an interview.
• Applicants will also be required to:
  • Provide an academic or professional reference.
  • Demonstrate an interest in, and understanding of, the programme they are applying to within the personal statement.
  • Complete a Suitability Declaration.
  • Pass an Occupational Health check.
  • Pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Applicants are encouraged to obtain appropriate healthcare experience through work shadowing or observation either voluntary or paid.

International entry requirements

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.

For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.

Alternatively, please contact us at [insert contact email].

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning
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Home* | £9,535 | N/A | N/A
International | £18,700 | N/A | N/A

University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.

(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).

Other costs

Further costs may include (but are not limited to):

• Books and journals (estimate, £150 per year)
• Shoes (£60) and clothing (£100) (dependent on field, non-uniform policy)
• Travel costs to and from placements
• Parking (if appropriate)
• Meals while on duty.

Scholarships and bursaries

We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.

The Greenwich Bursary

This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

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.

More on health placements.

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.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

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.

Find out more about careers in nursing.

Do you provide employability services?

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.

Accommodation

Avery Hill

Our Avery Hill halls of residence are a home away from home to over 1,200 students. For those studying in Greenwich, our free shuttle bus service takes you to Greenwich campus in only 25 minutes. Excellent transport links also mean you can be in central London in under 30 minutes, and you're a short walk away from the historic Eltham Palace.

The Avery Hill student village has many useful facilities including a convenience store, launderette and two cafes. The halls are an ideal option for those wanting access to the hustle and bustle of London while living in a safe and relaxing parkland environment.

With our seven different halls, you have a variety of options depending on your preferences and budget. Rooms start at £133.98/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills, access to our on-site gym, 24/7 security and 24-hour residential support.

Support and advice

Academic skills and study support

We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.

Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.

Do you provide employability services?

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.