Overview

What you’ll study

Our course gives you a robust knowledge of Learning Disabilities nursing practice – as well as the wider sector – both in and outside of the classroom. It’s the perfect combination of theory and practice, allied to great facilities, modules built around the latest research, and teachers who’ve worked for years in professional healthcare. You’ll develop your nursing knowledge based around:

A holistic view of patients’ physical and psychological needs
The chance to refine and apply your clinical and therapeutic skills
A practice-learning environment, with simulated exercises and activities
Placements in a variety of health and social care settings
Some fantastic opportunities for career development in practice, leadership, education and research both in the UK and internationally.

The five strands of nursing at NTU

Our course combines foundational healthcare knowledge with teaching that’s specific to the field of Learning Disabilities nursing. Nursing (Learning Disabilities) is offered at Nottingham Trent University. With this approach, we’ll help you to develop a critical understanding of the sector, as well as the specialist skills you’ll need as a registered Learning Disabilities nurse. Our course is built around five “strands”, namely:

Applied bio-, psycho- and social sciences
Clinical practice and nursing skills
Professional concept, philosophies and theories
Preparation for practice
Personal and professional development

Across these strands, you’ll develop and critique the core knowledge, skills and attributes you’ll need for a successful career in Learning Disabilities nursing – both in the UK and internationally.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse
Community Nurse
Team Nurse Manager
Matron
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Consultant Nurse

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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More details

There are no masters application deadlines. Applications should be submitted before the end of July for September intake.

Language

English

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6.5

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An undergraduate degree at 2.2 or above, and

GCSEs – English, Maths and a Health or Science related subject grade C / 4 or Level 2 (or above)

For applicants where English is a second language, an IELT score of at least 6.5 is required. This will be in lieu of the GCSE in English.

We will consider equivalent qualifications and combinations, please contact our Admissions team for details.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17900 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Nottingham

United Kingdom

583 - 978 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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Living costs

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