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BSc (Hons) Nursing - Learning Disability with Foundation Year

Birmingham City University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed for students who want to pursue a career in nursing, but may need additional support due to learning difficulties. The foundation year provides an opportunity to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the nursing program. Students will learn about the principles of nursing practice, including how to assess, care for, and support individuals with learning disabilities. They will also gain an understanding of the legal and ethical frameworks that underpin nursing practice. On successful completion of the foundation year, students will progress to the three-year honours degree program.

Additional Information

This course is designed for students who have a passion for nursing but may need additional support due to learning difficulties. The foundation year provides an opportunity to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the nursing program. Our experienced lecturers will provide individualized support and guidance throughout the course. Students will benefit from our state-of-the-art facilities, including simulation suites and clinical skills labs. Upon successful completion of the foundation year, students will progress to the three-year honours degree program.

Unlock Your Potential at Birmingham City University - A Supportive Learning Environment for Students with Learning Difficulties

Birmingham City University offers a supportive learning environment that is tailored to the needs of students with learning difficulties. Our experienced lecturers are dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. The university is located in the heart of Birmingham, providing easy access to world-class teaching hospitals and clinical settings. The course is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), ensuring that students are prepared for a successful career in nursing.

Why You Should Study This Course

Our aim is to develop you into a graduate nurse who is able to work flexibly across a range of settings and meet the health needs of the whole person throughout their lifespan. We will work with you on your development to help you become a skilled, knowledgeable, emotionally intelligent nurse, able to lead and co-ordinate compassionate, evidence-based, person- and family-centered care while working as an integral member of interdisciplinary teams. The university-based elements of the first two years of your course are integrated, with all fields of nursing working together. In your final year, the theory you learn will be specific to learning disability nursing. You will study five modules each year. In year one, you will complete a year-long practice module which will prepare and support you to develop your confidence and competence in practice as you work towards independently leading and coordinating care.

General Eligibility

88 UCAS tariff points from A/AS Level

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

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Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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