Pre-registration Mental Health Nursing

To be enrolled, candidates are required to have a successful interview and submit a relevant academic and/or employer reference. They must also gain both a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and occupational health clearance before commencing the course.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants must hold an honours degree (2:2 or above) in any subject. Candidates must submit an application that provides evidence of at least 800 hours of appropriate health-related practice and a notional 300 hours of relevant theoretical learning completed within the past five years.

English Proficiency:

• If English is not your primary language, you will need to have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any individual component, or an equivalent acceptable test score.

Upon graduation, students are eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Mental Health Nurse, enabling them to pursue advanced roles immediately across clinical and community settings, including:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse Specialist

• Community Psychiatric Nurse Team Leader

• Clinical Practice Educator

• Mental Health Liaison Nurse

• Inpatient Unit Manager

• Forensic Mental Health Nurse

The tuition fee for the full two-year Pre-registration Mental Health Nursing MSc at the University of Chester programme is £15,000 per year for international students.

International students who are interested in the University of Chester's Pre-registration Mental Health Nursing MSc programme can apply directly to the university. Our trained advisors are available to assist you.