Cardiff,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Nursing (Learning Disabilities) in Pontypridd United Kingdom | University of South Wales
University of South Wales
|
Pontypridd United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
15,260
(c. USD20,436.34)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
This three-year nursing program specializing in learning disabilities creatively integrates academic study with hands-on training, emphasizing care for individuals with learning disabilities. Upon completing this degree, you'll qualify for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a certified learning disabilities nurse. For UK students, the Welsh Government currently covers all tuition fees for this nursing program. Stay updated by following Care Sciences on Twitter and Instagram.
Our nursing graduates are highly sought after by employers who recognize them as skilled, self-assured, and safety-conscious professionals. Career opportunities for learning disability nurses span NHS trusts, private healthcare organizations, as well as educational institutions, charities, and volunteer services. Graduates may also pursue international opportunities in countries like New Zealand and Ireland. Additionally, students can advance their education through research degrees offered by the Unit for Development in Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Typical A-Level Offer
BBB to exclude General Studies
Typical Welsh BACC Offer
Grade B and BB at A Level to exclude General Studies
Typical BTEC Offer
BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Distinction Merit
Typical Access to HE Offer
Must complete 60 credits overall with at least 45 at level 3 and 15 at Level 2. Of the 45 credits at level 3, you will need a minimum of 24 Distinctions, 18 Merits and 3 passes.
IELTS - 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component. TOEFL - 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing (including Home Edition).
BBB to exclude General Studies
Typical Welsh BACC Offer
Grade B and BB at A Level to exclude General Studies
Typical BTEC Offer
BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Distinction Merit
Typical Access to HE Offer
Must complete 60 credits overall with at least 45 at level 3 and 15 at Level 2. Of the 45 credits at level 3, you will need a minimum of 24 Distinctions, 18 Merits and 3 passes.
IELTS - 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component. TOEFL - 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing (including Home Edition).
Tuition
GBP
15,260