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PostgraduateMSc

Learning Disabilities Nursing

Kingston University
Kingston upon Thames, England
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2 yearsDuration
£19,900Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Learning Disabilities Nursing at Kingston University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Kingston upon Thames, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Reasons to choose Kingston – Kingston University is top in London for Nursing and Midwifery (The Complete University Guide 2026) and Top University in London for General Nursing (The Guardian University Guide 2026). – Our expert academics are involved in research and shaping the future of learning disabilities nursing nationally and our nursing students have been finalists in the Student Nursing Times Awards from 2012 to 2022, with Jessica Ball winning Student Nurse of the Year: Learning Disabilities in 2022. – You will work directly with individuals with learning disabilities, their fa... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Learning Disabilities Nursing Practice
Assessment and Diagnosis in Learning Disabilities
Person-Centred Care and Support Planning
Health Inequalities and Social Inclusion
Evidence-Based Practice and Research Methods
Pharmacology and Physical Health Management
Mental Health and Safeguarding in Learning Disabilities
Professional Practice and Clinical Placement
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£19,900

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£39,800

Home Student Fee

£9,535

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 — Kingston University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,000£30,000£34,500
3 years£23,500£31,500£38,000
5 years£25,000£36,000£43,500
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-04-01 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

63%Working
5%Studying
23%Work & Study
85%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-04-01 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.

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About Kingston University

Kingston University offers Learning Disabilities Nursing as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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