Learning Disabilities Nursing BSc (Hons)
University of Greenwich
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Greenwich (Avery Hill Campus)

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

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**Study our learning disabilities nursing degree for a rewarding career supporting people with learning disabilities and helping to achieve equality in health care.**Learning disabilities nurses are crucial in supporting individuals with learning disabilities, along with their families and carers, addressing both health and well-being needs. These nurses aid people who have difficulties understanding complex information and developing skills, with needs ranging from mild to profound ...Read more


Study our learning disabilities nursing degree for a rewarding career supporting people with learning disabilities and helping to achieve equality in health care.

Learning disabilities nurses are crucial in supporting individuals with learning disabilities, along with their families and carers, addressing both health and well-being needs. These nurses aid people who have difficulties understanding complex information and developing skills, with needs ranging from mild to profound disabilities requiring extensive support.They are vital in managing the increased health risks associated with learning disabilities through specialised care. Nurses in this field work across all ages in various settings, collaborating with a range of healthcare professionals in hospitals, schools, or independently within the community. Our degree equips you with the necessary skills to cater to individuals with learning disabilities, including complex needs, through practice-based learning in southeast London and Kent, preparing you for NMC registration.The programme, aligned with NMC standards, balances campus learning with clinical placements in diverse environments. Nursing students benefit from a guaranteed support of £5,000 annually, with additional funding for those studying learning disabilities nursing, childcare support, travel, accommodation expenses, and a hardship fund, all non-repayable.


What you should know about this course

- It's ideal for someone who wants to make a real difference in the life of people with leaning disabilities.- Our highly qualified staff are both teachers and researchers, giving you access to a talented pool of educators.- You will be placed in a NHS trust for the three-year course.- You will be able to practice and develop your skills and knowledge in our brand-new simulation suite.- Nursing students benefit from additional support of at least £5,000 a year to help with living costs.

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WUSCA ranking:
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28/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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32nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
110th
Learning Disabilities Nursing
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
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95%
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Learning Disabilities Nursing graduate salary at this uni
£25,000
UK Learning Disabilities Nursing graduate salary
£25,000
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14 Nov 24

The facilities that are provided for my learning are top tier. Very modern simulation labs for practice based learning. However the down side is that I still have no idea what my..Read more

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07 Dec 24
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14 Nov 24
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University of Greenwich
University of Greenwich , Greenwich

The University of Greenwich is a leading higher education institution whose driving force is an ethos of ‘no limits’....

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Avery Hill Campus Avery Hill Road London Greenwich SE9 2UG United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Woolwich Arsenal  1.9 miles away Nearest train station: New Eltham  0.4 miles away
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