BSc Honours Nursing Mental Health
Course overview
The BSc (Honours) Nursing (Mental Health) at Sheffield Hallam University is designed to help students learn how mental health nurses support people facing a wide range of challenges from depression, anxiety, and dementia to post-natal depression and other conditions that may affect thoughts, emotions and beliefs.
Students will explore the different settings mental health nurses work, including acute inpatients to accident & emergency, to community treatment teams. They will also learn about areas of practice that mental health nurses often specialise in, such as child and adolescent mental health.
Students will have the chance to learn and collaborate with those from other health and social care courses, helping them to deliver person-centred care, with an understanding of how other professionals contribute to a person's journey through health and social care services.
Entry requirements
If you want to apply, you should write a personal statement. In this statement, you can explain why you want to study the course and share any other important details about your past studies. A reference from a teacher or a former employer is usually needed. You also have the choice to include your CV with your application to show any work experience you have.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants should possess 112-120 UCAS tariff points, with qualifications equivalent to A-levels in the range of ABB-CCC or equivalent qualifications.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not your main language, you will need an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with at least 6.5 in each part (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).
- The university also accepts other English language tests, such as PTE or TOEFL.
Scholarships
Joyce Spurr Art Travel Fund
Successful applicants will be awarded between £50 and £250.
Up to £50Performance Athlete Support Programme
Successful applicants will receive support from our multi-disciplinary team of sport practitioners, free Team Hallam Ultimate Membership, and access to our facilities. Some students may also receive a bursary and support.
Transform Together Scholarships
A half fee waiver (50% discount) is available for undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses for the first year of study.
Up to 50% of feesVice-Chancellor's Award
South Asia - £2,000; Nigeria - £3,000; South East Asia - £3,000; Ghana- £3,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc (Honours) Nursing (Mental Health) from Sheffield Hallam University can pursue various roles, including:
- Mental Health Nurse
- Community Psychiatric Nurse
- Crisis Intervention Nurse
- Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the BSc (Honours) Nursing (Mental Health) at Sheffield Hallam University in the 2025/26 school year is £19,155, which includes an annual placement supplement of £2,000.
Admission
If you would like help with your application, you can talk to our trained advisors. They can offer advice on how to make a strong application and ensure it meets the course requirements.
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