Nursing (Child), BN (Hons)

Cardiff University, ranked first in England and Wales and third in the UK for Nursing in The Complete University Guide 2021, offers an NMC-validated programme to train children's nurses in just three years. This exciting career focuses on family-centred care for children and adolescents, involving support for acute and long-term illnesses, pain assessment, and rapid health deterioration detection. Students develop essential skills through realistic simulations, personal tutoring, and 50% placement time with experienced providers in Wales, preparing them for roles in diverse healthcare settings.Upon completion, graduates are eligible to register with the NMC as children's nurses, with 100% entering employment or further study within six months. Key features include fully funded options via NHS bursaries (with a two-year Wales work commitment), specialist clinical teaching, innovative technologies like augmented reality, and opportunities for international placements, ensuring a rich and fulfilling academic experience.