The BSc (Hons) Nursing (Child) at the University of Hertfordshire is designed for aspiring children's nurses who are passionate about promoting the health and wellbeing of young people. You will explore the complexities of child development, the impact of illness, and the essential skills required to build trust and communicate effectively with children, young people, and their families. This undergraduate degree provides a robust foundation in nursing practice, preparing you to address the diverse physical, emotional, and mental health needs of children and adolescents within various healthcare settings.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over three years, with 50% of your time dedicated to hands-on experience through practice placements. You will work alongside qualified nurses in NHS Trusts across Hertfordshire, North London, Bedfordshire, and Essex, as well as in private and voluntary sector settings, gaining invaluable experience in caring for neonates through to adolescents. Your learning will involve lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical application in clinical simulation centres, culminating in a student-led experience to broaden your clinical exposure. You will graduate with the confidence and competence to provide high-quality, holistic care to children and young people.