BSc (Hons) Children and Young People's Nursing
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Coventry University's "BSc (Hons) Children and Young People's Nursing" program equips graduates with clinical skills and prepares them to meet the needs of children, young people, and their families. The program emphasizes evidence-informed practice, integrated care, and leadership development. Graduates are eligible for NMC registration and can pursue careers in various healthcare settings, including acute hospitals, community nursing, and specialized areas.
Program Outline
Analysis of "BSc (Hons) Children and Young People's Nursing" Program at Coventry University
Degree Overview:
Program Objectives:
- Equip graduates with hands-on clinical and care skills.
- Prepare graduates to meet the needs of children, young people, and their families.
- Analyse the needs of and develop effective care for children.
- Consider physiological needs, mental health, and well-being in care provision.
- Understand the importance of evidence-informed practice, care, and compassion.
- Focus on integrated care for children and young people in various settings.
- Not solely focus on acute/hospital settings but also on community children’s nursing.
- Support children with long-term chronic conditions, health visiting, and child and adolescent mental health services.
- Develop value for children's needs and involve their families in the curriculum.
- Understand the organization and culture of modern healthcare systems.
- Develop leadership and management roles in resource delivery.
- Prepare for a dynamic and fast-changing healthcare system.
- Become adaptable, flexible, reflective, competent, and compassionate practitioners.
Program Description:
- Three-year full-time program.
- Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the 2024/25 intake.
- Graduates eligible for NMC registration (subject to additional costs).
- Study in the state-of-the-art Alison Gingell Building with real-life nursing environments.
- Extensive simulation facilities: Basic life support manikins, High-tech simulation manikins.
- 50% of the course is practice-based, with supervised placements in various healthcare environments.
- Well-established links with local NHS trusts and other healthcare providers.
- Curriculum produces professionals with strong communication, care, compassion, and relationship-building skills.
- Recognizes the importance of inter-professional working within the health and social care workforce.
- Two modules focus on health and well-being in the community and leadership/management.
- Aims to prepare graduates for leadership and management roles in resource delivery.
- Develops graduates into adaptable, flexible, reflective, competent, and compassionate practitioners.
Outline:
Program Content:
- Introduction to art and science of nursing and specific to Children and Young People’s Nursing and family-centered care.
- Two 10-week placements (acute care setting and community).
- Fundamentals of Person- and Family-Centred Practice.
- Study Skills for Evidence Based Practice.
- The Foundations of Evidence-Informed Practice.
- Health and Wellbeing in the Community.
- Introduction to the Foundations of Nursing Practice (2 placements).
Year Two:
- Develop further knowledge base for Children and Young People’s Nursing.
- Assessment and management skills.
- Ethical and Legal Decision-making in the Context of Nursing.
- Developing the Management of Care Across the Lifespan (Placement).
- Assessing needs and Planning care Across the Lifespan.
- Advancing Therapeutic care Delivery within Children and Young People’s Nursing.
- Managing Care Across the Lifespan (Placement).
- Developing Evidence Informed Decision making in Nursing.
- Facilitation and Teaching of Learning in Practice.
c. Year Three:
- Focus on leadership and management.
- Integrated Care Provision for Children with Complex Needs.
- Leadership and Management for Healthcare Professionals.
- Evidence Based Project.
- Contemporary Concepts: Children and Young People’s Nursing.
- Co-ordinating Inter-professional Health and Social Care Practice (Placement).
- Transition to the Accountable Practitioner.
- The Autonomous Practitioner (Placement).
Assessment:
a.Assessment Methods:
- Practice placement assessments.
- Written coursework.
- Vivas.
- Formal examinations.
b. Coventry University Group assessment strategy:
- Ensures courses are fairly assessed.
- Monitors student progression towards achieving intended learning outcomes.
Teaching:
Teaching Approaches:
- Interactive lectures with seminars.
- Skills laboratory activities.
- Simulations and practical placements.
Course Contact Hours:
- Year 1: Approximately 21 "contact" hours of teaching per week (seminars, workshops, lectures).
- Year 2: Around 13 "contact" hours of teaching per week.
- Year 3: Around 11 "contact" hours of teaching per week.
V. Careers:
Career Opportunities:
- Qualified Nurses in the NHS with a growing emphasis on community settings.
- Acute hospitals or private and independent healthcare sector.
- Lecturer or specialist practitioner, advanced nurse practitioner, consultant nurse, or manager.
- Specialize in areas such as community children’s nursing, health visiting.
- Specializations in neonatal nursing, pediatric intensive care nursing.
- Move into areas such as management, teaching, or clinical research.
Where Graduates Work:
- Paediatric wards, neonatal units.
- Hospice and respite care.
- Children’s emergency departments.
- Community children’s nursing.
Other:
International Opportunities:
- International learning experiences to prepare for the global employment market.
- Strengthen and develop broader intercultural, personal, and professional skills.
b. Caring Experience:
- Assesses numeracy, literacy, and aptitude.
d. Digital and technological literacy skills:
- Considered vital and developed throughout the course.
e. Health Clearance and Criminal Records Disclosure:
- Required for admission.
f. COVID-19 vaccination status:
- Required for admission. Please refer to Coventry University's official website and program documentation for the most up-to-date and accurate information.
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
- UK, Ireland , Channel Islands or Isle of Man: £9,250 per year
- £19,850 per year without EU support bursary
- International: £19,850 per year
Overview:
- Founded in 1843 as the Coventry School of Design
- Received university status in 1992
- Over 30,000 students from over 150 countries
- Campuses in Coventry, London, and Scarborough
- Known for its focus on practical, industry-focused education
Student Life:
- Over 150 student clubs and societies
- Sports teams in various disciplines
- Student support services include counseling, mental health support, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a gym, swimming pool, and student union
Academics:
- Offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of subjects
- Faculty with industry experience and research expertise
- Teaching methodologies include lectures, seminars, workshops, and project-based learning
- Academic support services include writing centers, math labs, and peer mentoring
- Unique academic programs include:
- Centre for Applied Science and Technology
- Centre for Business in Society
- Centre for Intelligent Systems
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Ranked among the top 150 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023)
- Excellent industry connections and partnerships
- Specialized facilities such as the National Transport Design Centre and the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing
- Notable alumni include:
- Sir Frank Whittle, inventor of the jet engine
- Sir David Attenborough, naturalist and broadcaster
- Sir Patrick Stewart, actor
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center
- Accommodation services
- Library with over 1 million books and resources
- Technology support
- Career development services
Entry Requirements:
UK & EU Students
Typical offer for 2024/25 entry:
- UCAS points: 120
- A level: BBB (excluding General Studies)
- GCSE: Minimum 5 GCSEs graded 9-4 / A - C including English, Mathematics and Science
- BTEC: DDM in a Health, Sport or Science-based subject
- IB Diploma: 32 points with 14 at Higher Level
- Access to HE Diploma: The Access to HE Diploma in Health or Science subject to include 33 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 12 at Merit in Health units, plus GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above
Additional information:
- Caring experience, either paid or voluntary, is essential.
- You will be required to attend a selection event that assesses numeracy, literacy, and aptitude.
- Satisfactory health clearance and enhanced criminal records disclosure are required.
- Skills in digital and technological literacy are considered vital.
- You will also be required to attend a selection event which provides detailed information about the course and assesses numeracy, literacy, and aptitude as part of the selection process.
- Please refer to the full requirements in the disclaimer section.
EU Support Bursary:
Following the UK's exit from the European Union, EU students are eligible for financial support that brings their tuition fees in line with that of UK students. This bursary does not apply to those studying a foundation year with us.
International Students (Outside EU)
- Tuition Fee: £19,850 per year
- English language requirements: IELTS 7.0 overall, with no component lower than 6.5.
Additional Information:
- International students may be eligible for scholarships.
- You will be required to attend a selection event that assesses numeracy, literacy, and aptitude.
- Satisfactory health clearance and enhanced criminal records disclosure are required.
- Skills in digital and technological literacy are considered vital.
- You will also be required to attend a selection event which provides detailed information about the course and assesses numeracy, literacy, and aptitude as part of the selection process.
- Please refer to the full requirements in the disclaimer section.
Language Requirements:
If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the required level by completing a pre-sessional English programme before starting your course.