BSc Nursing (Learning Disability),
About this course
BSc in Nursing Science, leading to registration as a Registered Nurse (Learning Disability). This NMC-approved and HEIW-commissioned programme covers the diverse and complex needs of people with learning disabilities across all ages. Approximately half the teaching is university-based and half takes place on placement in NHS and independent sector settings across Southwest Wales.
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What students say
Based on about 146 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 77%
- Learning opportunities: 74%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 81%
- Organisation and management: 45%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 65%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 340 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 84%
- Left higher education: 16%
What graduates do next
Based on about 125 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 68%
- Working and studying: 9%
- Further study: 11%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 37%
- Other Health Professionals: 28%
- Therapy professionals: 8%
- Health associate professionals: 6%
- Caring personal services: 3%
- Find their work meaningful: 92%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 83%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 455 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 2%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 86%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 35%
- Access course: 40%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (adult).
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Nursing (Learning Disability), at Swansea University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £28,000 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £38,000. The £32,000 median after five years is £2,500 less than the UK median for Learning disabilities nursing.
What do graduates of BSc Nursing (Learning Disability), at Swansea University do next?
89% 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 Swansea University?
77% 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 Swansea University?
The average entrant had 130 UCAS points.
Is BSc Nursing (Learning Disability), at Swansea University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (adult).
How many students continue on BSc Nursing (Learning Disability), at Swansea University?
84% of students continued into their second year, and 16% left higher education.