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Nursing Studies (Learning Disabilities)

Teesside University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

As a learning disabilities nurse you can make a real difference to the lives of patients and their families. It’s a challenging and rewarding career. You play a central role in understanding the health needs of people with learning disabilities, supporting them with issues which affect their lives, their individual needs, rights and opportunities in society. You empower the person with a learning disability to have a fulfilling life, to live as independently as possible, and support their family.You gain specialist knowledge and skills, effective communication and creative, solution-focused problem-solving experience, key in conditions such as autism, fragile X and Down’s syndrome.You mainly visit people in their own homes, supported living and community-focused environments. You also work in specialist hospitals, respite services, inpatient settings, clinics and forensic hospitals, supporting people who are detained under the Mental Health Act. You may assist people with a variety of learning disabilities, autism spectrum conditions, complex physical health and mental health needs.Your work also involves managing medicine, undertaking advanced clinical tasks, leading the multidisciplinary team and coordinating care. 100% attendance is expected during this course.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 17,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Teesside University

Teesside University

  • University League Table

    90th

  • Campus address

    Teesside University, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, Tees Valley, TS1 3BX, England

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To get students off to the best possible start, Teesside University meets international students at the airport and takes them to their accommodation for free.
With an English language cafe and orientation activities throughout the year, Teesside University is experienced in helping international students feel at home.
Teesside University offers a range of scholarships to make the transition to UK study more affordable.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Nursing & Midwifery

    49th out of 84 12

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    127 61%

    47th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    96.0 96%

    48th

    22

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    36th

    15

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