Child Nursing (pre-registration) - MSc

Entry requirements

UK bachelors degree with lower second-class honours or higher, GCSE English language and maths 4-9 or A*-C. You will be required to successfully complete a Recognition of Prior Learning as a condition of entry to the programme.

Subject to satisfactory health and DBS checks. 325 hours of relevant theoretical learning from your first degree or employment 675 hours of practice worked in a healthcare environment under the supervision of a registered healthcare professional

Months of entry

January

Course content

Thought of becoming a nurse and already hold a degree? This 2 year children's nursing degree is designed for ambitious graduates and career changers who want to become a registered nurse. It's also ideal if you’re already a high achieving qualified nurse and want a second field of registration.

You’ll provide evidenced based nursing care to neonates, children, adolescents and their families. Work across a range of healthcare settings on this master’s degree in child nursing. Learn to make complex decisions, evaluate practice, coordinate care and advocate for your patients' needs.

You'll join a knowledgeable community with a global ranking for nursing and midwifery: 5th in the world and 2nd among UK universities (QS World Rankings by Subject 2022).

The course prepares you to pursue senior healthcare roles. It also provides a solid foundation for higher level academic study.

Fees and funding

Please see the funding page.