BN Nursing (Child) with Foundation Year
About this course
BN (Hons) Nursing (Child) with Foundation Year, a nursing degree centred on children's healthcare and clinical practice. Core topics include Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Human Behaviour. The course includes a compulsory foundation year for entry preparation and is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council. The first year covers academic foundations through modules such as Essential Skills for learning in healthcare, Science for Healthcare, Health and Wellbeing in Today’s Society, and Becoming a Healthcare Professional. The second year introduces professional practice and nursing sciences through Leading Self in Personal and Professional Practice, Nursing Sciences and Population Health 1, and Practice Learning for Nursing – Part 1. The third year builds clinical capabilities with modules including Leading Self and Others in Personal and Professional Nursing Practice, Nursing Sciences and Population Health 2, Practice Learning for Nursing – Part 2, Preparation for Evidence-Based Practice Inquiry, Self-Managed Practice Experience, and The Effective Child Nurse. The final year focuses on transition and leadership through Transformative Child Nursing Practice, Practice Learning for Nursing 3, and an Evidence Based Practice Inquiry Project.
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Entry requirements
32 points. UCAS tariff points required: 32 The UCAS tariff points can come from 1 A-level (grade C or above) or an equivalent qualification. You will also need: GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above A clear commitment to pursuing a career in nursing To be at least 18 years old However, all applicants will be judged on their individual merits and we may take other skills, qualifications and life experience into account. We welcome mature students without the usual formal qualifications and will consider your application based on your suitability and preparedness to complete the Foundation Year. The BA Nursing (Child) with Foundation Year is aimed at individuals who may have few or no relevant formal qualifications but who can demonstrate a clear commitment to pursuing a career in nursing. Personal, professional and educational experiences will be considered to determine motivation and ability to progress onto the degree course. If you will be over the age of 21 at the beginning of your undergraduate study, you are considered a mature student . At Winchester this means our offer may be different, taking into account any work or life experiences you have, alongside any qualifications you hold. Nursing Interview Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview, and will be expected to demonstrate that they have an understanding of the requirements of nursing. Information about this day will be sent to all invited applicants. Additional Requirements You are required to demonstrate health and character sufficient to ensure safe and effective healthcare practice. This includes a satisfactory Enhanced DBS and occupational health clearance.
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 73%
- Learning opportunities: 74%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 57%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 67%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 85%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Essential Skills for learning in healthcare
- Science for Healthcare
- Health and Wellbeing in Today’s Society
- Becoming a Healthcare Professional
- Leading Self in Personal and Professional Practice
- Nursing Sciences and Population Health 1
- Practice Learning for Nursing – Part 1
- Leading Self and Others in Personal and Professional Nursing Practice
- Nursing Sciences and Population Health 2
- Practice Learning for Nursing – Part 2
- Preparation for Evidence-Based Practice Inquiry
- Self-Managed Practice Experience
- The Effective Child Nurse
- Transformative Child Nursing Practice
- Practice Learning for Nursing 3
- Evidence Based Practice Inquiry Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BN Nursing (Child) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £28,500 and £31,000. The £30,000 median after fifteen months is £1,000 more than the UK median for Children’s nursing.
What do graduates of BN Nursing (Child) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BN Nursing (Child) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester?
73% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BN Nursing (Child) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester?
The average entrant had 112 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BN Nursing (Child) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.