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University of Chester

Learning Disability Nursing (including Foundation Year)

England, United Kingdom · UCAS B76B

Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Chester
Intl. Tuition
£14,950 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Home Tuition
£9,790 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
B76B

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Course Overview

The university hasn't published a course summary we can show here. See the course page on the university's website for full details.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Nursing graduates register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and work across acute care, community health, mental health and specialist nursing roles in NHS trusts, private healthcare and international health systems.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Chester offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
13,520
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
29.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
71.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£24,490
First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£14,950
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£9,790
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page

City & Location

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Nursing
  • Nursing (learning disabilities)
  • Learning disability studies

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
13,520
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
29%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • Chester offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
  • A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.

What Students Love

  • Thriving student social scene
  • Active pub & club scene
  • Great café culture
  • Parks & green spaces

University Stats

Total Students13,520
Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
International Students29%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
71%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£24,490
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Not offered
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Nursing graduates register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and work across acute care, community health, mental health and specialist nursing roles in NHS trusts, private healthcare and international health systems.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Business

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£14,950
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£9,790
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£14,950per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£9,790per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£608/mo
Food & Groceries£229/mo
Transport£63/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,050
Annual living costs£12,608/yr

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