School of Nursing

BNurs (Hons) Childrens Nursing with Foundation Year

BNurs (Hons) Full-time 4 years

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BNurs (Hons)
Start date(s)
16 September 2024,15 April 2024,18 September 2023
UCAS Code
B731
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Course length
Full-time (4 years)
Campus location
Walsall Campus
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School of Nursing
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Why choose this course?

Children's nursing, also called paediatric nursing, is a rewarding career involving caring for young people, whilst offering support to family members.

The care a children's nurse (also called a paediatric nurse) provides can span a wide range of needs from the sick newborn baby to the young person who has a chronic disease. Wherever children require care, including their home, school, a residential setting or in hospital, a professional paediatric nurse can provide expert assistance while they heal and recover.

Study children's nursing and develop the knowledge and skills to provide safe and effective nursing care to children and young people. This qualification enables you to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a registered paediatric nurse, who can work in a variety of healthcare settings.

It will educate you to a high clinical, professional, and academic standard ready to practice in the 21st century. This is a professional vocational award that carefully integrates theory and practice, with 50% of the programme delivered in practice, and 50% within the University of Wolverhampton.

Nursing is a demanding vocation which requires hard work, commitment, the ability to problem-solve, work independently and as part of a team.

Placements will be undertaken with one of six NHS Trusts; The Royal Wolverhampton Trust, Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust, The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, University Hospital of Derby and Burton, Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust, or in private health organisations. 

For more information on placements and locations, visit Nursing Placements.

What happens on the course?

In order to meet all of the requirements to register as a paediatric nurse, you will need to fulfil a set number of compulsory hours of study. This course has been specially designed to provide you with the opportunity to fulfil the requisite 4,600 hours in three years. 50% of your course will be situated in the University and 50% in a variety of practice areas.

Some academic modules will be core modules which will mean all students will study together, and some are field-specific, and relate entirely to children and young people's nursing. In practice, students attend a wide range of placements which enable them to care for children and young people with different conditions. At the end of the third year you may opt to undertake a placement overseas. The modules will contain a range of key skills which are essential for successful lifelong learning in healthcare, including communication, information computing technology, application of number, working with others, problem solving and how to improve your learning. With a variety of teaching and learning approaches available, this course will help you to develop the skills required to work within, and respond to the healthcare needs of children & young people in a variety of settings.

The BNurs (Hons) Children's Nursing with Foundation Year course is provided by a range of specialist lecturers who are committed to upholding the rights of children and young people, to achieve high levels of quality healthcare through the education and development of student nurses. Ultimately we are committed to developing nurses who can work with children and young people across a range of different health and social care environments, as well as contributing to care and interventions from other providers such as social care, education and youth justice.

Placements will be undertaken with one of five NHS Trusts; The Royal Wolverhampton Trust, Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust, The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust, University Hospital of Derby and Burton, or in private health organisations. 

Travel expenses to University placements will not be funded.  A learning support fund is available, to check whether you are eligible please visit NHS Student Services

Course Modules

Module: 3NH003
Credits: 20
Period: 1
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module explores equality, diversity, inclusion, and ethics. During the first part of the module, you will explore your self-identify, values and beliefs, where they came from and how they have developed. The second part of the module will look at the professional values you already have and start to look at the expected values of a professional in your field of study using the professional standards.

Module: 3NH004
Credits: 20
Period: 1
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

Many factors affect the health of individuals, communities and populations. During this module you will identify and discuss some of the reasons and explore how levels of health vary between different groups in society.

Module: 3ED004
Credits: 20
Period: 1
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

You will work with peers on case studies centred on the concept of the family. You will learn how different professions work together through group tasks.

Module: 3NH002
Credits: 20
Period: 1
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

On this module you will learn and have the opportunity to develop key academic skills such as referencing, academic writing and sourcing credible information. You will work both independently and within groups to develop not just these skills, but your confidence and your belief in your ability to succeed within education.

Module: 3HL007
Credits: 20
Period: 1
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module will consider the ways in which systems of the body interact in order to maintain homeostasis. You will be introduced to the anatomy and physiology of the human body and the organisation of body structures and systems. The module will also consider communication systems within the body and the protective and survival mechanisms that work together to maintain a 'healthy' state. Aim: To introduce you to the anatomy and physiology of the human body, its body structures and systems.

Module: 3NH005
Credits: 20
Period: 1
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module is designed to support you in your transition to studying as a Healthcare Professional at Wolverhampton University. Through a range of facilitated group and individual activities, discussions, personal reflection and wider reading and research, you will have the opportunity to explore the knowledge and skills required to understand the expectations and demands of Professional Practice. You will also receive guidance on professional related study skills such as reflection and self development, which will enhance previously acquired skills.

Module: 4NH906
Credits: 40
Period: 2
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module is intended to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to support you within your first care setting. During the module you will consider the legal, ethical and professional aspects of care interventions across a range of sectors including the public, private and charitable sectors. You will explore commonly encountered health conditions and a range of nursing interventions utilised across all fields of nursing practice and you will examine how effective communication strategies can assist the process of working in partnership with others

Module: 4NH027
Credits: 40
Period: 2
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module sets out to introduce you to a variety of approaches to communication that you might employ in managing interactions and interventions with others in practice. Through the acquisition of evidence based knowledge you will be enabled to develop and maintain effective communication and relationship management skills in accordance with the requirements of The Code (NMC, 2018). The Code expects all nurses to use a range of communication skills and technologies to support person-centred care. You will have the opportunity to explore ways in which you can ensure people receive the information they need in a language and manner that allows them to make informed choices and share decision making. This module has aligned placement hours at a nominal value of 528 hours

Module: MAND TRAIN 4
Credits: 0
Period: 2
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

Module: MAND TRAIN 5
Credits: 0
Period: 2
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

Module: 4NH907
Credits: 20
Period: 2
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to explore the human life journey from conception to death. In doing so you will develop an understanding of public health, health protection and health promotion and there significance to your developing nursing practice. During this module you will learn how genomics; lifestyle choice; mental ill-health; wider determinants of health; and communicable disease impact on the human life journey, its diversity and population health. Throughout the module you will develop knowledge and skills to support evidence based practice and inform healthcare interventions.

Module: 4NH028
Credits: 20
Period: 2
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to explore the importance of being self-aware as a health care professional. You will consider reflective practice and its significance to the legal, ethical and professional requirements of your role. You will do this by being encouraged to identify and explore approaches to reflective practice in order to prepare for your lifelong journey of self-reflection as part of your continual professional growth and development. This module has aligned placement hours at a nominal value of 264 hours

Module: 5NH025
Credits: 20
Period: 3
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to explore the opportunities and challenges associated with promoting health and wellbeing within a diverse society. During the module you will explore the indices of health and how inequalities in health can influence health outcomes across the lifespan. You will have the opportunity to focus on specific health issues in relation to genomics, health surveillance, screening and health protection as well as being able to explore health promotion within an inter agency context.

Module: 5NH039
Credits: 20
Period: 3
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to explore contemporary children’s nursing and the evidence that underpins contemporary children's nursing practice. You will explore relevant anatomy, physiology and pharmacology related to the management of a range of conditions and evidence based nursing interventions pertaining to children and young people across a range of diverse settings. You will further develop your knowledge of approaches used for recognising and responding to the changing status of children's and young peoples' health needs. Professional frameworks and underpinning policy will also be explored. This module has aligned placement hours at a nominal value of 251 hours

Module: MAND TRAIN 6
Credits: 0
Period: 3
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

Module: 5NH037
Credits: 40
Period: 3
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to safely and effectively apply person-centred approaches to interventions for people of all ages in a range of changing health states across diverse settings. During the module you will be introduced to adverse situations in practice and will be enabled to develop your knowledge of pharmacology and pharmacodynamics and how these impact upon interventions used in changing health states.

Module: 5NH027
Credits: 40
Period: 3
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to further develop your evidence-based knowledge of collaborative working in relation to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised care in a diverse range of settings. As such the module will enable you to further develop your knowledge of how to assess the complex health needs of individuals and their families or carers. During the module you will explore the principles of effective leadership and their relationship to the coordination and management of care. Your learning in this module will be supported by successful completion of the practice assessment document (PAD). This module has aligned placement hours at a nominal value of 501 hours.

Module: 6NH067
Credits: 20
Period: 4
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to advance your skills of mental, physical, cognitive and behavioural health needs assessment and interventions in caring for children and young people. You will explore developing health assessment skills for the child and young person. You will also synthesise strategies and interventions for dealing with complex issues in changing health states for the child and young person into your ongoing developing practice.

Module: 6NH066
Credits: 40
Period: 4
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to independently, consistently and confidently assess plan lead and evaluate safe and effective nursing interventions for children and young people in a range of settings. During this module you will explore the impact of human factors upon safety and quality of care of children and young people and their connections with local and national policies, protocols and guidelines. In the course of these explorations you will have opportunities to consider the scope and limitations of your own practice and that of others. You will engage in exploring causation of error in healthcare, analysis of influencing factors and strategies to reduce risk.

Module: 6NH062
Credits: 20
Period: 4
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to pursue an area of personal professional enquiry. You will manage your own learning and communicate this effectively through the completion of an independent solution- based project. The project should enable you to critically evaluate the evidence pertaining to your are of interest in order to appraise its development in enhancing the quality of care. The project is aligned to the University academic regulations and associated criteria for the award of an Honours Degree (University of Wolverhampton 2018). This module has aligned placement hours at a nominal value of 267 hours

Module: 6NH084
Credits: 40
Period: 4
Type: Core
Locations: Walsall Campus

This module enables you to further develop your skills of independent thinking, critical thinking and decision making. During the module you will further explore the concept of collaborative working and the opportunities and challenges posed in leading care for people, their families and carers. The module will revisit the political influences on health and healthcare and the impact of these influences on the your emerging leadership skills. Through continual reflection you will continue to explore your personal professional journey to becoming a registered practitioner. This module has aligned placement hours at a nominal value of 533 hours

Potential Career Paths

Successful completion of the BNurs (Hons) Children's Nursing will lead to the right to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). 

This course will build and develop upon your knowledge and skills as a nursing practitioner in a variety of settings. The management and organisation of service provision is constantly changing and developing in line with health and social care policy, and you are working with and being involved with such changes. Hence you need to develop the knowledge and skills to enhance your employability and to accept the greater responsibilities that these changes will bring and to be prepared for such changes.

Throughout your time here at the University of Wolverhampton, this course will enable you to develop specialist subject and academic knowledge in your chosen area, which is important for employers. However, they will also want to employ individuals who are able to:
  • communicate effectively
  • work in a team and have good interpersonal skills.
  • solve problems
  • work on their own using their own initiative and are able to adapt to changing situations
  • be self-confident
  • demonstrate flexible and transferable skills whilst working in a variety of settings
This course will also assist you in developing your skills to analyse practice by using appropriate evidence to improve service delivery.

Registered nurses continue to study after they have qualified, often in a specialist area, as they develop their career path within the UK or working abroad. 

Additional Information

Everything you need to know about this course!

  • This course is approved by the internationally recognised Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The course has been judged by the NMC to provide good learning experiences and outstanding placement learning opportunities.

  • It provides access to motivated, supportive and specialist lecturers who are active researchers and have a national and international profile.
  • There are a range of placements opportunities where you can contribute to caring for children and young people that are well, acutely ill, have chronic conditions, life limiting conditions, critical illness and mental health issues.

  • You will have access to a lecturer who manages placements and actively supports students, provides learning and experience pathways and works closely with practice assessors and practice supervisors.

  • You will have the opportunity to learn and work with students from other disciplines, so that an overall inter-professional approach to learning is adopted, reflecting work in the National Health Service and other agencies.
  • You will have the opportunity to undertake modules which are designed around the National Competencies and Frameworks for working with children, young people and their families whilst also being encompassed within the U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child.
  • £250 Travel Fund for first year students that can be used for travel to placements as well as to University. If additional costs are incurred when attending placements, you can apply to the NHS for support: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/learning-support-fund/travel-and-dual-accommodation-expenses

 

Who will teach you on this course?
You will benefit from the team’s expertise, which draws on a wealth of different experiences. 

Want to find out more? Why not attend one of our Open Days, where you will have the opportunity to talk to staff and students who are currently studying and find out more about the course and our facilities. We have Open days taking place at our Walsall Campus.

Location Mode Fee Year
Home Full-time £9250 per year 2022-23
Home Full-time £9250 per year 2023-24
Home Full-time £9250 per year 2023-24
Home Full-time £9250 per year 2024-25
International Full-time £13450 per year 2022-23
International Full-time £14450 per year 2023-24
International Full-time £14450 per year 2023-24
International Full-time £14950 per year 2024-25

Additional Course Costs

Mandatory Costs

  • International checks (INTCC) as part of the DBS are required and costs vary by country.
  • Uniform and ID badges are provided for this course, however the University of Wolverhampton reserves the right to charge for extra uniform should this be required
  • You will be required to provide appropriate foot wear at a cost of approximately  £25-£40

Further information on these additional costs will be provided prior to the start of your studies

The University is committed to a transparent fee structure, with no hidden costs, to help you make an informed decision. This includes information on what is included in the fee and how fees are calculated and reviewed

Prepare for foundation pathway: 

Applicants who wish to access this course will be required to attend and pass a compulsory one day Prepare for foundation programme. This programme is where you will be able to showcase your keen interest or recent experience in the subject. As well as come to visit the university and meet the staff involved in the programme.

This compulsory programme is designed to introduce you to studying a health professional course, answer your questions, meet staff and fellow students. You will take part in a variety of exciting subject related activities that will prepare you to kick start your academic experience with us, should you secure an offer. 

Before attending the Prepare for foundation programme, we wish to make you aware that you will be asked to complete an assessment task which will be used as part of the event. Further information on the requirements of this task will be provided to applicants who have been shortlisted for this course.

Interview: 

If you are successful in passing this programme, you will be required to attend an interview with faculty staff.

GCSE requirements:

You are required to hold GCSE English language and maths grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications include the following at Level 2: Functional Skills, Key Skills, Learn direct.

Equivalency Test:

If you have not achieved your Level 2 qualifications, you are eligible to take our University equivalency course. The course for this programme are free of charge and can be taken completely online. Our Admissions team will confirm in your offer if you are required to take one of these assessments.

Free Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Occupational Health Check:

Due to the professional nature of some of our courses you may also be required to complete a Declaration of Health and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.  We will coordinate both of these non-academic conditions with you should your course require this and you receive an offer from us

There will be no cost for the DBS this is free to applicants who have secured an offer and have chosen to study at the University of Wolverhampton.

Student Visa Requirements:

Applicants who require a student visa to enter the UK are not eligible to be considered for this course. 

Skilled Worker Visa Requirements:

Applicants who are in the UK on a Skilled Worker Visa or are a dependent of a Skilled worker are not eligible to be considered for this course. 

Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)

Recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (child). Please note the 4 year Children's Nursing with Foundation course has NMC approval for Levels 4-6 only, as the Level 3 study sits outside NMC Standards.

Tuition Fees Loan (Home Fee Status):

By studying an undergraduate or postgraduate pre-registration programme you are eligible for a Tuition Fee loan. of up to £9,250. The loan will support your studies and enable you to start a rewarding career in healthcare.


Changes for EU students:

The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as Overseas (International) students for fee purposes. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) click here.


NHS Grant:

All new and continuing nursing, midwifery and most allied health professionals’ students on pre-registration courses will also receive a grant of at least £5,000 per year that is not means-tested and will not have to be repaid.

An additional payment of up to £3,000 per academic year will be available to eligible students. Eligibility will include the following:

• £1,000 towards childcare costs • £1,000 if studying in a region that is struggling to recruit • £1,000 if studying a shortage specialism

Among others, the shortage specialisms have been confirmed to include:

• Mental health nursing

• Learning disability nursing

Read the full press release on the Government website to find out more or access“The recent grants for health courses explained"


Additional funding:

Is available via NHS Business Services Authority

The Learning Support Fund offers students additional support while studying for their degree. This includes:

• Dependants allowance of £1,000 per student per year

• Additional travel and accommodation costs to clinical placements over their normal daily travel costs

• An exceptional hardship fund of up to £3,000 per student per academic year


You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

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