Children's Nursing BSc (Hons)

UCAS tariff points: 120-136

GCSE at grade 4 or above (or grade C or above for GCSEs taken before 2017) in English Language and Mathematics (Science also preferred) or equivalent qualification, e.g. Functional/Key skills Level 2 in numeracy and literacy; Level 2 Applied Science.

GCSE Science grade 4 or above (formerly A*-C) is not required from Access students undertaking a science or health-based access course.

Enhanced DBS check and Occupational Health Clearance. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview.

The typical requirement for entry for this course is 120–136 UCAS points, health and science subjects preferred:

• A-levels BBB
• BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Distinction Merit
• Access to HE course to value of 122 UCAS points normally achieved with 30 Distinctions, 9 Merits and 6 at Pass

• Wherever possible, candidates are encouraged to gain practical work experience in a care setting prior to undertaking the programme.
• All suitable applicants are required to attend an online interview. This includes a series of short value-based questions, tasks or scenarios.
• Admission is subject to occupational health screening and Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) enhanced check including checks against the Adult and Child Workforce Barring lists if you are offered and accept a place on the course.

We welcome a wide range of qualifications and qualification combinations to the value of 112 UCAS points. We assess each application individually, taking into account any experience and skills you may have in your chosen field.  Typical other routes include:

• Foundation degree in related programmes 60%
• International Baccalaureate 26 points
• FETAC Level 5 Merit in all modules
• Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be considered, such as applicants with a relevant Foundation Degree (e.g. Nursing Associate, Healthcare Practice).

We welcome applications from International Applicants. Non-native speakers who do not have the equivalent of GCSE English at grade 4 (formerly grade C) (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2 Literacy) require an Academic IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5.

Country-specific information

You will find more information on country specific entry requirements in the International section of our website.

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Like most universities, we use the UCAS Tariff point system for our course entry requirements.

Find out more about UCAS Tariff points and see how A-level, AS level, BTEC Diploma and T-level qualifications translate to the points system.

Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. You may prefer to buy your own copy of key textbooks, this can cost between £50 and £250 per year.

There are open-access networked computers available across the University, plus laptops available to loan. You may find it useful to have your own PC, laptop or tablet which you can use around campus and in halls of residences. Free WiFi is available on each of the campuses. You may wish to purchase your own computer, which can cost from £100 to £3,000 depending on your course requirements.

In the majority of cases written coursework can be submitted online. There may be instances when you will be required to submit work in a printed format. Printing, binding and photocopying costs are not included in your tuition fees; this may cost up to £100 per year.

Travel costs are not included in your tuition fees but we do have a free intersite bus service which links the campuses, Surbiton train station, Kingston upon Thames train station, Norbiton train station and halls of residence.

Placements

Placement expenses for travel and accommodation may be reimbursed by NHS Bursaries where, for example, the requirement exceeds that of attending university; or requires additional accommodation to that of the usual term time location. These expenses may need to be covered initially by the student before any applicable reimbursement is received. Please note: EU and international students may not be eligible for support for travel and accommodation.

We provide you with a uniform. You will need to purchase appropriate shoes (£20-£60) and a fob watch (£5-£20) for practice. If you want additional uniform items, they are available for purchase.

Subject to eligibility and approval by the Faculty, students are able to arrange their own elective clinical placements either in the UK or overseas. Students are required to make the necessary arrangements for any electives, including costs such as travel, accommodation, visas and additional vaccinations.

The University pays for the processing of the application which is £51 but students are expected to pay a small fee (approximately £7) to the Post Office to get their ID documents verified and £13 per year for subscribing to the Update Service. This subscription allows universities and potential employers to view any changes to students' DBS.

You will need to fill out an Occupational Health Form. In some cases, we will require extra information and may ask you to get your GP to complete a routine screening form. All GPs have their own policies on charging fees for completion of these reports. The minimum fee recommended by the BMA is £30. Some GPs will not charge you for completion of the form but some GP surgeries are unable to make exceptions and will charge you the standard rate for their practice (in some cases this can be £50 or more). Neither the Faculty nor Occupational Health will be able to reimburse students for fees charged by their GP.

The majority of the required vaccinations should be free from your GP or via the NHS. Our Occupational Health Service will see you in the first two weeks of the course to ensure you have obtained the necessary vaccinations and will undertake any vaccinations/screening tests you have missed. Neither the Faculty nor Occupational Health will be able to reimburse students for any fees charged by their GP or other vaccination providers for vaccinations incurring a cost. If you are being charged for a vaccination we would suggest that you wait until you start the course where you will be able to obtain the vaccination at no cost to yourself.

Professional body membership fees whilst on course are approximately £10. Nursing and Midwifery Council registration fees, once qualified, are currently £120 for the year.

We have 26 practice partners from the NHS, independent and private sector encompassing acute and community practice, including:

• Great Ormond Street Hospital
• Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust
• Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
• Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
• Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Hounslow and Richmond Community Healthcare NHS Trust
• The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
• St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• South West London and St George's Mental Health Trust
• Your Healthcare
• Shooting Star Chase
• Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
• The Children's Trust
• St Peters Hospital (Chertsey)
• Frimley Park NHS Foundation Trust
• West Middlesex University Hospital
• University College London Hospital
• King's College NHS Foundation Trust
• Greenwich and Lewisham NHS Trust
• Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Students have opportunities to undertake a national or international elective at the end of year two. Countries visited by students include:

• India
• Bulgaria
• Tanzania
• United Arab Emirates
• New Zealand

• Association for Chief Children's Nurses
• Together for Short Lives
• Royal College of Nursing Forum