MSc Mental Health Nursing with NMC Registration

The MSc Mental Health Nursing (with NMC registration) programme merges academic learning and hands-on experience to equip students with vital skills to assist people with mental health challenges. It covers mental health assessment, therapeutic communication, care planning, and evidence-based practice.

Students undergo internships at leading NHS hospitals in London to gain practical clinical experience. This programme also focuses on enhancing student confidence, critical thinking, leadership, and communication skills, assisted by expert tutors and state-of-the-art facilities.

Middlesex University is a London-based institution known for its large international community and strong professional connections, especially in health sciences. The MSc Mental Health Nursing programme is located at the West Stand of the StoneX stadium in Barnet, part of a recent £23 million redevelopment. The university provides contemporary facilities and links with NHS trusts across north London, thereby enhancing student placement experiences.

The entry requirements for international applicants who wish to join this MSc programme are:

Grade Requirements:

• Must have an undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above (second-class honours) obtained within the last 5 years.
• Must have prior GCSE or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.

English Proficiency:

• An IELTS overall score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each part.
• A TOEFL iBT overall score of 87.
• A PTE score with at least 51 in all parts.

The tuition fee for international students is approximately £18,350 per year. This figure is aligned with current university fee structures for postgraduate courses and is subject to annual review.

There are different scholarships and bursaries available for international students. One is the non-repayable grants like the NHS Learning Support Fund, which offers £6,000 per year to mental health nursing students. Additional support may cover travel, accommodation, and financial hardship relief during placements.

Qualification for registration as mental health nurses with the NMC is available for graduates of this course. This opens up many career opportunities in NHS trusts and community health settings. Some career opportunities include:

• Specialist Nurse
• Mental Health Nurse
• Community Mental Health Nurse
• Advanced Nurse Practitioner
• Clinical Nurse Specialist

Graduates also enjoy benefits from career services like MDXworks, and this provides lifelong employability support, including advice, networking, and entrepreneurial funding.

The application for international students is done through the university's website. Contact an AHZ counsellor for further information and guidance.