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Nursing Studies (Learning Disabilities) BSc (Hons)

Teesside University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Course overview

: As a learning disabilities nurse you can make a real difference to the lives of patients and their families. It鈥檚 a challenging and rewarding career. You play a central role in understanding the health needs of people with learning disabilities supporting them in issues which affect their lives, their individual needs, rights and opportunities in society. You empower the person with a learning disability to have a fulfilling life, to live as independently as possible, and support their family.You gain specialist knowledge and skills, effective communication and creative, solution-focused problem-solving experience, key in conditions such as autism, fragile X and Down鈥檚 syndrome. You mainly visit people in their own homes, supported living and community-focused environments. You also work in specialist hospitals, respite services, inpatient settings, clinics and forensic hospitals, supporting people who are detained under the Mental Health Act. You may assist people with a variety of learning disabilities, autism spectrum conditions, complex physical health and mental health needs. Your work also involves managing medicine, undertaking advanced clinical tasks, leading the multidisciplinary team and coordinating care. On successful completion of the course you will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) on the nurses' part of the Professional Register (Learning Disabilities Nursing).100% attendance is expected during this course.


Top reasons to study this course

1. Grow your professional network: we have strong links to local and regional NHS trusts, charitable organisations and the private sector, helping to expand your network of contacts. You also get the opportunity to showcase your talent to industry professionals by presenting your work at external events. 2. Travel the world: join an internationally recognised profession offering global career opportunities. Our students have recently carried out placements in Tanzania, Ghana, the Philippines and Sri Lanka.3. Gain practical experience: learn in our industry-standard facilities including a sensory room, mock psychiatric ward, independent living space and hydrotherapy pool, giving you experience and confidence before entering practice.4. Financial support: study this course and you may be eligible for a 拢5,000 maintenance grant each year from the NHS Business Service Authority. Visit our course page to find out more.


After the course

: This course provides a stepping stone for you to develop your expertise in nursing practice, leadership, research, education and consultancy. You could go on to work in community nursing, health facilitation, GP practice nursing, forensics, respite services, profound and multiple learning disability nursing, school nursing, sexual health or liaison nursing. Our graduates are working in the NHS, private organisations, charities, government organisations and schools.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 17,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

Teesside University

Teesside University

  • University League Table

    100th

  • Campus address

    Teesside University, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, Tees Valley, TS1 3BX, England

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To get students off to the best possible start, Teesside University meets international students at the airport and takes them to their accommodation for free.
With an English language cafe and orientation activities throughout the year, Teesside University is experienced in helping international students feel at home.
Teesside University offers a range of scholarships to make the transition to UK study more affordable.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Nursing & Midwifery

    37th out of 82

    44th out of 73 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 208
    124 59%

    59th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    98.0 98%

    26th

    25

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 78%

    21st

    24

  • Entry standards

    / Max 180
    120 66%

    57th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    32nd

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.39 85%

    5th

    1

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