Program Overview

Nursing (Child) BSc Honours

Why study Children's Nursing at Middlesex?

Prepare for a rewarding career as a Children’s Nurse with a degree that combines expert teaching, cutting-edge simulation facilities, and hands-on experience at some of London’s most prestigious healthcare providers. At Middlesex, you’ll gain the skills, confidence, and compassion to make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families.

Our course is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), reflecting its high standard of teaching and focus on applied knowledge and skills. Upon graduation you can apply for this accreditation and be ready for the workplace.

Key Program Details

• Real-World Experience: With 50% of your learning dedicated to placements in renowned hospitals such as Great Ormond Street Hospital and Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust, you’ll gain invaluable experience working with diverse patient groups and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Develop your skills in our advanced StoneX Simulation Centre, featuring life-like mannequins, the latest simulators, and real-world scenarios in paediatrics, neonatal intensive care, mental health, and community nursing.
• High Graduate Employment: 96% of our Children's Nursing graduates are employed or in further study within 15 months of graduation (Guardian University Guide 2024), with opportunities in a range of healthcare settings including hospitals, schools, and mental health services.

About Your Course

You’ll learn to assess, plan, and implement healthcare for children and young people, gaining in-depth knowledge of child development from infancy to adolescence. Develop problem-solving and critical decision-making skills, collaborate confidently in teams, and prepare for a rewarding nursing career.

• Year 1: Foundations of CYP Nursing Knowledge, Foundations of Expansive Learning for Professional Nursing Practice, Foundations of Scientific Principles for Child Nursing, Practice Learning 1 CYP
• Year 2: Developing nursing knowledge in CYP nursing, Developing Expansive Learning for Professional Nursing Practice, Developing Scientific Principles for CYP Nursing, Practice Learning 2 CYP Nursing
• Year 3: Consolidating Nursing Knowledge in CYP Nursing, Consolidating Scientific Principles for CYP Nursing, Consolidation of Expansive Learning for Professional Practice, Practice Learning 3 CYP Nursing

Entry Requirements

• UK Students: 112 UCAS points including GCSE grade C/4 in English and maths or equivalencies such as functional skills level 2
• International Students: 112 UCAS points
• Interviews: Interviews will be held virtually or at our Hendon campus.

Fees and Funding

• UK Students: £9,535
• International Students: TBC
• No Additional Costs: Free access to resources, learning materials, and software; free laptop loans; free printing; and free online training with LinkedIn Learning
• Scholarships and Bursaries: MDX Excellence Scholarship, Regional or International Merit Awards, and Financial Packages Support

Careers

• Work in prestigious hospitals and healthcare settings: Many of our graduates have secured roles at prestigious hospitals such as Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust, and Whittington Healthcare.
• Diverse community roles: Others have pursued careers in community settings, working with Health Visitors and Community Children’s Nursing Teams, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and mainstream and Special Education Needs (SEN) schools.
• Career pathways: Children and Young People's Nursing can lead to a variety of exciting roles, including leadership and management, education, research and policy, and entrepreneurial opportunities.