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De Montfort University · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: B761
Learning Disability Nursing
De Montfort UniversityLeicester, England
3 yearsDuration
£17,300Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Learning Disability Nursing at De Montfort University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Leicester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. During the course you will learn about specialist nursing care for people with learning disabilities and the management of their cognitive, psychological, physical and social needs. The primary aim of being a learning disability nurse is to support the well-being and social inclusion of people with learning disabilities; through improving or maintaining physical and mental health to live full and rewarding lives within their communities. You need to be committed and dedicated with the willingness to give time to others with care and compassion. International tuition fees are £17,300 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Foundations of Learning Disability Nursing
Cognitive and Developmental Assessment
Mental Health and Emotional Well-being
Physical Health Management and Long-term Conditions
Social Inclusion and Community Integration
Safeguarding and Duty of Care
Pharmacology and Medicines Management
Research Methods and Evidence-based Practice
UCAS Code:B761
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 80 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,300
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£51,900
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — De Montfort University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £28,000 | £29,000 |
| 3 years | £23,000 | £29,000 | £33,500 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £31,000 | £38,000 |
UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£28,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£31,000
UK average
£28,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £2,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-04-08 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
65%Working
10%Studying
10%Seeking Work
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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