Nursing - Registered Nurse (Children & Young People) BSc (Hons)
University of Salford
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Peel Park Campus 1

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3 Years

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

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

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JAN-26

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

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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Children and young people’s nurses work in a variety of clinical settings and provide care, support, advice, and education to children and young people from birth to 18 years old, as well as to their families and carers. This programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and promote the health of paediatric patients, whether in a hospital or community setting.50% of your studies will be conducted in clinical settings, including both the NHS and independent sectors, ...Read more

Children and young people’s nurses work in a variety of clinical settings and provide care, support, advice, and education to children and young people from birth to 18 years old, as well as to their families and carers. This programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and promote the health of paediatric patients, whether in a hospital or community setting.50% of your studies will be conducted in clinical settings, including both the NHS and independent sectors, where you will work closely with experienced practice assessors and supervisors in a supportive environment. You will gain practical experience through diverse placements, including hospitals and community settings, which will help you develop a comprehensive understanding of paediatric nursing.At the University, you will be welcomed into a relaxed and friendly learning environment with access to a range of facilities. These include formal teaching, group and one-to-one sessions, and state-of-the-art clinical setups with simulators for child, infant, and adult care.Upon successful completion of the programme, you will earn a degree that qualifies you for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
12/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
28th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
73rd
Children's 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 - 91 = 9% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
9%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
97%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Children's Nursing graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Children's Nursing graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
27 Feb 25

As a mature student I find there is not a lot of clubs or activities catered to me. I feel as though many areas of the campus are tired and in need of a revamp. The food options..Read more

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Charmaine
07 Feb 24

There is support available in all aspects of your university life There are many facilities..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

UCAS Tariff:

104 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

AS:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

This excludes General Studies

A minimum of 104 UCAS points’

A minimum of 104 UCAS points’

A minimum of 104 UCAS points’

AS levels are not Accepted for this course

Any Subject is accepted

Health - Child Nursing specialism required.

Popular A-level subjects

Children's Nursing

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

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Biology
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18%
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15%
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Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£17,040 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£17,040 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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SR
Student Reviewer
27 Feb 25
Nursing - Registered Nurse (Children & Young People) BSc (Hons)
As a mature student I find there is not a lot of clubs or activities catered to me. I feel as though many areas of the campus are tired and in need of a revamp. The food options...
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C
Charmaine
07 Feb 24
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University of Salford , Salford

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