Nursing (Learning Disabilities) (R39-LD)
Open UniversityCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the BSc (Hons) Nursing (Learning Disabilities) (R39-LD) at Open University. Based in None, Unknown, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. Nursing is one of the most rewarding professions, placing you at the heart of patient care and wellbeing. Our BSc (Honours) Nursing offers Learning Disabilities Nursing as one of several specialisms, combining practice-based and online learning to equip you with the knowledge, confidence and skills needed to make a real difference. You’ll study four fields of nursing practice before specialising in Learning Disabilities. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£7,428
per year
Home Student Fee
£7,428
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Open University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £27,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £25,000 | £29,500 | £35,000 |
| 5 years | £26,000 | £33,000 | £39,000 |
UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-04 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
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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