About this course
University of Cumbria offers BSc (Hons) Learning Disabilities Nursing as a 3-year undergraduate Bachelor Degree with Honours programme in Nursing and midwifery. Based in Lancaster, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £16,900 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 7 overall or TOEFL iBT 95. The next intake is Autumn (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Irish LC Highers: B1, B2x3 – B2x2, A2x2
Scottish Highers: BBBC-BBBB
OCR Cambridge Technical & Edexcel/Pearson BTEC Level 3 (National) Extended Diploma: MMM – DDM
CACHE Technical Level 3 and Level 3 Extended Diploma: C - B
Access to HE: 15 Credits at Distinction & 30 at Merit
T-levels: P (C+ in the Core) – M P (C+) – M. All subjects accepted, however we recommend T level Healthcare Science or Health for entry to this course
A-levels: BCC-BBC
GCSEs: GCSE English Language and Maths at C or 4 or above
GCSE English Language and mathematics at grade 4 or C or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths and Adult Literacy and Numeracy are also accepted.
104-112 UCAS Tariff Points
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
