University of Northampton
Foundation Year leading to BSc Learning Disability Nursing
England, United Kingdom · UCAS B713
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Waterside Campus
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
B713
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Course Overview
Foundation Year leading to BSc Learning Disability Nursing at University of Northampton in England, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
13,505
Staff Ratio
20.0:1
International
16.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
71.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£24,490
First-year earnings
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Foundation Year leading to BSc Learning Disability Nursing
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Foundation Year leading to BSc Learning Disability Nursing topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Foundation Year leading to BSc Learning Disability Nursing
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
Nursing (learning disabilities)
Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
13,505
Total students
Staff Ratio
20:1
Students per staff
International Students
16%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
7.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
71%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£24,490
Average first-year salary
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
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