BSc Nursing (Learning Disabilities)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Learning Disability). Core topics include clinical skills. Practice placements and simulated scenarios are integrated throughout the course. The course develops skills in evidence-based direct nursing care. Graduates are eligible to register as qualified learning disability nurses with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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Entry requirements
A level: BCC-BBC IB: We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points.
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 66%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 71%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 65%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 745 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 90%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- West Midlands: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 1%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 45%
- Access course: 45%
- A degree: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (learning disabilities)
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- The Foundations of Nursing Practice
- Developing Proficiencies for Nursing
- Preparing for the Role of the Registered Nurse
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Nursing (Learning Disabilities) at Edge Hill University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £37,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Learning disabilities nursing.
What do graduates of BSc Nursing (Learning Disabilities) at Edge Hill University do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Nursing (Learning Disabilities) at Edge Hill University?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Nursing (Learning Disabilities) at Edge Hill University?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 121 UCAS points.
Is BSc Nursing (Learning Disabilities) at Edge Hill University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (learning disabilities)
How many students continue on BSc Nursing (Learning Disabilities) at Edge Hill University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.