BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health)
University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Course overview
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing, influencing how we think, feel, and act. It determines how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life - from childhood, adolescence and into adulthood.
Approximately one in four of the population will be affected by poor mental health. By pursuing a mental health nursing degree, you are taking a step towards making a positive impact on others’ lives. A degree in mental health provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to support individuals facing mental health difficulties.
With a focus on flexibility and strong employment prospects, this course will prepare you for a rewarding career that, while challenging, offers invaluable rewards in improving
Key highlights
- Develops knowledge and skills to support people with mental health difficulties
- Covers mental health across childhood, adolescence and adulthood
- Focus on flexibility and strong employment prospects
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — Text: Typical offer (UCAS points)112-120
- A-level: BBC-BBB — A Level: BBC-BBB
- International Baccalaureate: 112-120 — 112-120 points from a minimum of 2 HL subjects at grade 4 or above (the remaining points to come from a combination of HL, SL and Core
- BTEC: DMM-DDM — to include in Health and Social Care or a health related subject
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English Language, Mathematics
- T-level — Healthcare Science; Health; Science. GCSE Grade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics. Access courses45 credits at level 3, which must equate to a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points. Additional information Find out more about our standard…
Scholarships
Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)
£1,000 (or share of)
Jarvis Centenary Scholarship
£5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes
Up to £5,000Kurt Dannenberg Bursary
£1,000 (or share of)
Up to £1,000Professor Peter Lines Scholarship
Value: £1,000
Up to £1,000The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary
£3,000 (paid in the first year of study)
Up to £3,000The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship
two students will be awarded £1,500 each
Up to £1,500
Careers this course leads to
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Community Mental Health Nurse
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health Nurse
- Crisis Team Nurse
- Forensic Mental Health Nurse
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £19,450
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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