BSc (Hons) Nursing (Learning Disability) with NMC Registration

This challenging and rewarding course will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become a professional nurse specialising in learning disabilities. You will learn how to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for individuals with learning disabilities, as well as how to work effectively with families, carers, and other healthcare professionals. The course is designed to meet the needs of students who want to make a positive impact on the lives of people with learning disabilities, and who are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care. With NMC registration, you will be eligible to practise as a nurse in a variety of settings, including hospitals, community healthcare services, and social care organisations.

Additional Information

This course is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and leads to registration as a nurse. The course includes placements in a variety of settings, providing you with hands-on experience in caring for individuals with learning disabilities. You will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including our clinical skills laboratory and simulated wards. Our teaching staff are experienced professionals who are passionate about nursing and dedicated to supporting your academic and professional development.

Discover the ideal setting for nursing education at Buckinghamshire New University.

Buckinghamshire New University is an excellent choice for students pursuing a career in nursing. Our faculty has a strong reputation for providing high-quality teaching and research, and our graduates are highly sought after by employers. We offer a supportive learning environment that fosters collaboration and teamwork, as well as opportunities for work experience and networking. Our location in Buckinghamshire provides easy access to a range of healthcare settings, offering you a diverse range of placement experiences.

During the course, you will be able to experience clinical practice through a range of learning placement opportunities across the health and social care sector whilst also completing NMC proficiencies. The remaining academic study is taught through generic and field-specific lecturers, modules, seminars, and simulations. This combination will enrich your learning across different fields of nursing (adult, child, and mental health) as well as help develop your core knowledge in the Learning Disability Nursing field. Successful students will graduate at the end of the course with an NMC Registration and will be qualified to deliver a wide range of clinical and care skills, underpinned by contemporary evidence and the appropriate values and behaviors.

A typical offer will require a UCAS Tariff score between 112 - 136 points. For this course, you'll need at least two A-levels and GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4. Our offers usually require a minimum of 112 UCAS points.