BSc Nursing – Children and Young People
About this course
BSc in Nursing – Children and Young People. Students initially study alongside peers in adult and mental health nursing fields before developing specialist knowledge in children and young people's care. The programme incorporates practice learning experiences throughout the three-year course, with placements across a range of healthcare settings.
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Entry requirements
A level: CC. A Level English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths and a science subject are required at GCSE grade 5/C or above if not held at A Level. IB: 24. Higher Level English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths and a science subject are required at Standard Level grade 3 if not held at Higher. SQA Highers: BCC. Higher English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths or Applications of Maths and a science subject are required at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H3H3H4. Higher English and a science subject are recommended. English, Maths and a science subject are required at grade O3 or above if not held at Higher.
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What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 60 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 88 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 89%
- Working and studying: 7%
- Further study: 1%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 92%
- Caring personal services: 4%
- Other Health Professionals: 1%
- Skilled trades occupations: 1%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 1%
- Find their work meaningful: 98%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 94%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 96%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 330 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 2%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 1%
- Scotland: 90%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 65 students who started
- A levels: 52%
- Access course: 11%
- A degree: 3%
- Other HE qualification: 32%
- No formal qualifications: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (child).
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Nursing – Children and Young People at Robert Gordon University earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £38,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Children’s nursing.
What do graduates of BSc Nursing – Children and Young People at Robert Gordon University do next?
96% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Nursing – Children and Young People at Robert Gordon University?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Nursing – Children and Young People at Robert Gordon University?
The typical offer is CC at A level. The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
Is BSc Nursing – Children and Young People at Robert Gordon University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (child).
How many students continue on BSc Nursing – Children and Young People at Robert Gordon University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.