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Children's Nursing

  • Bachelor of Nursing (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 21 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

Our BNurs/MNurs Children's Nursing course will help you become a skilled and highly sought-after graduate nurse capable of meeting the physical and mental health needs of children and young people from birth right through adolescence and into young adulthood.

You will learn how to handle a complex role that involves supporting parents or carers, siblings and other family members in both hospital and community settings such as the home or school.

You will split your time equally between learning theory on campus and applying your knowledge to practice alongside other health professionals in a range of care settings .

You will receive support from both our staff and your fellow students throughout your time at Manchester, as well as from experienced colleagues while in practice.

As a graduate, you'll have the choice of practicing as a children's nurse, going into a specialist or a leadership role, or undertaking further study, research opportunities or teaching.

The BNurs award is for the three-year undergraduate course. Depending on your performance in Years 1 and 2, you will have the opportunity to apply to extend your studies by a year to undertake an integrated master's in nursing. This will also involve an additional year of tuition fees.

By choosing to complete the integrated master's, you are preparing for career progression within nursing by developing your leadership and research skills.

The integrated master's will deliver units at postgraduate level, developing your skills in critical engagement with issues at the forefront of your chosen field of nursing. You will learn how to critically examine, reflect and develop new insights, contributing to nursing research, education and clinical practice agenda through your research study.

Modules

https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/2027/10972/bnurs-childrens-nursing/

Assessment method

Learning is divided into a number of units in each year. The content and assessments for each unit are planned and delivered by a small team of lecturers with the relevant expertise related to those topic areas.

Unit assessments vary and include written and multiple-choice exams, essays, case studies and online work.

Most units of learning also include the assessment of relevant skills in practice, which are carried out by the practice assessors and practice supervisors.

To complete the course, you are required to pass all theory and practice assessments.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • Bachelor of Nursing (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B730
Institution code:
M20
Campus name:
Main Site
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B730
Institution code:
M20
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
BBB

BBB including at least one science from the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Sociology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science

Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive.

Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, these won’t be included in your offer. We will only make offers consisting of three A Levels.

Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.

T Level
D

We will accept the Health pathway only and require an overall grade of Distinction.

We would normally expect the chosen specialism to match the BNurs pathway for which you will be applying. For example, for Children's Nursing, the specialism taken should be Supporting the Care of Young People and Children.

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Scottish Higher

We normally require grades BBBBB in Scottish Highers level subjects including at least one science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology and Psychology) and one Advanced Higher at grade B.

English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3).

AS

AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

Access to HE Diploma

We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3).

The specific course requirements are: of the 45 credits at level 3, 30 must be at Distinction grade and the remaining 15 credits at merit grade. Also, 30 of the 45 level 3 credits must be in science or health-science related subjects. You must also have 5 GCSE subjects at Grade C/4 including English Language, Mathematics and Science. We do not accept equivalents to GCSE for English and Maths.

We may also consider other factors on an individual basis, such as additional educational achievements, life experience and work related skills. If you are a mature applicant and do not meet the GCSE requirements, please contact the admissions team directly.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including a minimum of five GCSES at grade 4 (C). These must include English Language, Mathematics and Science. GCSE/IGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/IGCSE English Language.

 Please note that if you hold English as a second language IGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of  our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications  or achieve a higher grade in your IGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the admissions team in your academic School/Department for clarification.

We do not accept Functional Skills 2 or equivalent qualifications in place of GCSE English and Maths.

Scottish Advanced Higher

We normally require grades BBBBB in Scottish Highers level subjects including at least one science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology and Psychology) and one Advanced Higher at grade B.

English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3).

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

We consider the National Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades DD plus an additional A Level at grade B. Either the National Diploma or the A Level must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

Extended Project

The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
DD

We consider the Technical Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with grades DD plus an additional A Level at grade B. Either the Technical Diploma or the A Level must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 32

32 points overall. 5,5,5 in Higher Level subjects, including at least one science related subject from Biology, Chemistry, Sports and Health Science or Psychology.

Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this.

The minimum grade required for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate is Grade B and two A levels at grade BB - normally including at least one science (e.g. Biology, Chemistry or Psychology) and GCSE requirement which must include English Language, Maths and Science at a minimum of Grade C or 4 or above with the overall GCSE profile being at least 5 GCSEs Grade B or 6 or above in different subjects.

If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to.

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

We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course (BTEC Health and Social Care or Applied Science). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades DDD. 1/3 of the units undertaken must be in a science or science related subject.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD

We consider the National Foundation Diploma. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grades DD plus two additional A Levels at grade BB at least one science or science related subject (Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DDD

We consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course (CTEC Health and Social Care or Applied Science). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with grades DDD with 1/3 of the units undertaken in science or science related subjects.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with grade D plus two additional A Levels at grades BB. Either the National Extended Certificate or the A Level must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
DD

We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with grades DD plus two A Levels at Grades BB. Either the Technical Foundation Diploma or the A Levels must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
D

We consider the Technical Extended Certificate for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Certificate with grade D plus two A Levels at grades BB. Either the Technical Extended Certificate or the A Level must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

The University recognises a number of foundation programmes as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme:

We accept Health related Foundation Degrees as an entry route to our nursing degree. You must complete the foundation degree (Levels 4 and 5) with an overall distinction grade. You must also have GCSE English, Mathematics and Science at grade C/4 or above. We do not accept equivalents to GCSE English or Maths. Other factors are also considered on an individual basis, such as other educational achievements, professional qualifications, life experience and relevant skills.

We consider your full educational background. A decision about your suitability for this course will not be taken based solely on the foundation year completed, and will include all prior qualifications.

Additional entry requirements

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
If your application is successful, we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The health screening comprises completion of a detailed health questionnaire by the applicant and their General Practitioner and also a medical appointment with the University's Occupational Health Department.
Health Checks
All offers of a place are subject to satisfactory health screening and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (completed prior to registration). The health screening comprises completion of a detailed health questionnaire by the applicant and their General Practitioner and also a medical appointment with the University's Occupational Health Department. In order to be admitted and continue on the course, you must be deemed as medically fit for both practice and theory by the Occupational Health Department.
Interview

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)77.0, with a minimum of 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking and 6.5 in writing.

All applicants to the University (from the UK and Overseas) are required to show evidence of English Language proficiency. The minimum English Language requirement for this course is either: GCSE/IGCSE English Language grade 4/C, or; IELTS 7.0,with a minimum of 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking and 6.5 in writing or; An acceptable equivalent qualification. Please note that if you hold English as a second language IGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of  our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications  or achieve a higher grade in your IGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the academic School for clarification. If you need to improve your English language skills to meet the entry requirements for your academic course, the University Centre for Academic English (UCAE) summer pre-sessional courses can help. Check if your academic course offers the option of taking a pre-sessional course on the UCAE page . The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires that every student requiring a visa to study in the UK must show evidence of a minimum level of English Language (common European Framework (CEFR B2 level) to be granted a Student Route visa (previously known as a Tier 4 visa) to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level. In addition, our academic Schools/Departments may require applicants to demonstrate English proficiency above the B2 level.http://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/admissions/language-requirements/

International entry requirements

The University welcomes applications from appropriately qualified candidates across the world. We value global talent and are proud to receive applications from a wide range of educational systems and national backgrounds.

Because international qualifications vary widely, it is not possible for us to list entry information for every country on this page. If your country is not listed below, please contact us and a member of our team will be happy to assist you: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/contact-international-team/ https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/country-specific-information/

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not enough data available

We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

The tuition fees for 2027 are yet to be confirmed.

Sponsorship information

Scholarships and bursaries 26

As per the government announcement, all UK nursing students on courses from September 2020 will receive a payment of at least £5,000 a year which they will not need to pay back. The funding will be given to all new and continuing degree-level nursing, midwifery and many allied health students from September 2020. More information can be found on the NHS website.

Please note, eligibility criteria for the new funding will be the same as the wider NHS Learning Support Fund payable to students ordinarily resident in the UK and studying at a university in England. Find out about the financial support available to students starting at Manchester.

Find out about the financial support available to students starting at Manchester.

The Catherine Chisholm scholarship is also applicable to students from selected countries for this course. Find out more details on the scholarship page .

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