BSc Honours Nursing Mental Health with Foundation Year

The BSc Nursing (Mental Health) at Sheffield Hallam University is designed for students to understand the changing nature of health, illness and recovery, as well as the relationship between healthcare professionals and service users. Graduates will become reflective, competent and employable professionals in the healthcare sector.

The Foundation Year course is intended for students who feel they would benefit from adequate preparation before undertaking degree-level study, or for those who do not meet the entry requirements for the BSc (Hons) course. The programme provides the necessary academic preparation for students to progress to the bachelor's degree.

Students will explore the various settings mental health nurses work in – from acute inpatients to accident & emergency to community treatment teams. They also learn about areas of practice in which mental health nurses often specialise, such as child and adolescent mental health.

Sheffield Hallam University is a public institution located in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. Originally established in 1843 as the Sheffield School of Design, it gained university status in 1992. Today, it ranks among the largest universities in the UK, with a student population of around 32,000, including a significant number of international students.

The university operates across two primary campuses: City Campus and Collegiate Campus. Both provide a peaceful and supportive atmosphere for learning. Sheffield Hallam offers a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in areas such as business, health, engineering, and the arts.

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 64 UCAS tariff points, with qualifications equivalent to A-levels in the range of DDD-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.

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

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.