BSc Nursing (Learning Disability)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Learning Disabilities Nursing. Core topics include Clinical Skills and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes six clinical practice placements throughout the course, with 50% of time spent on clinical placement. Graduates are eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
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Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 96–112 UCAS points . Our contextual offer is 96 points. But there’s no ceiling on ambition. 112 points from three A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications. Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . GCSE: English, Maths, and Science at Grade 4 or C or above. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview. An annual Good Health and Good Character declaration must be completed and a Disclosure and Barring Service check is also required. Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 28 points. BTEC L3 Extended Diploma: DMM in relevant subject(s). Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points in Health and Social Care or Health related subject Alternative maths – Functional Skills L2 Maths Alternative science – BTEC First Diploma – Pass University of Hull Certificate in Practice Skills for Health and Social Care (60 credits at Level 4 in appropriate subjects)
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 100%
- Assessment and feedback: 95%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 97%
- Learning resources: 98%
- Student voice: 93%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 90%
- Other Health Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 415 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 89%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 1%
- South East: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 15%
- Access course: 20%
- A degree: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 30%
- Other qualifications: 15%
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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Professional Practice
- Fundamental Nursing Skills
- Practice 1
- Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health
- Practice 2
- Developing Professional Practice
- Developing Nursing Skills
- Practice 3
- Maximising My Health
- Practice 4
- Leading and Managing Care
- Practice 5
- Practice 6
- Living My Best Life
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Nursing (Learning Disability) at University of Hull earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 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 Disability) at University of Hull do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Nursing (Learning Disability) at University of Hull?
98% 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 Disability) at University of Hull?
The typical offer is 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 127 UCAS points.
Is BSc Nursing (Learning Disability) at University of Hull 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 Disability) at University of Hull?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.