University of Sunderland

BSc Mental Health Nursing Practice

University of Sunderland

Course overview

BSc Mental Health Nursing Practice at the University of Sunderland is a three-year full-time course. It is designed for applicants who want to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a mental health nurse. Students of this course will learn anatomy, physiology, psychology, pathophysiology, and neuroscience. They will also learn core mental health nursing skills.

Students of the course will also learn through lectures, seminars, workshops, clinical skills sessions, and practicals. Assessment is through written reports, essays, examinations, presentations, portfolios, Clinical reflection diaries, competency logs, and case studies. Students will also be assessed on their patient care plans and final year dissertations.

Entry requirements

To study this course, you will need to submit your academic transcripts or certificates. You will also submit a personal statement, health declaration or medical evidence, criminal record check or Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, proof of identity or passport, and an application form or UCAS application.

Grade Requirements:

  • International applicants must have at least a grade C in Mathematics and English language in GCSE or an equivalent exam in their country.
  • If the GCSE (or its equivalent) has numerical grades, applicants should have at least a grade 4 in Maths and English.
  • For international students who studied under the American system, they will need a High School Diploma (with at least a 3.0 GPA) with a SAT I & SAT II (1100 score), ACT (26 or above), or Advanced Placement (AP) (3 or higher in at least 2 subjects).
  • Applicants can also use the UCAS points system. They will need between 96 and 112 UCAS points.

English Proficiency:

  • International students whose first language is not English are expected to have an overall score of 7 in IELTS (a minimum of 6.5 in each element).
  • The university also accepts other English proficiency tests, such as the Pearson Test of English Academic (minimum of 59 in each of the four areas of language learning) and Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) (at least grade C).
  • The university also accepts a grade C in English O-level, GCSE, or its equivalent.

Scholarships

  • Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship

    The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.

  • East Durham College Partnership Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500

  • First Choice Travel Award

    This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £500

  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    £6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).

  • Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.

    Up to £1,200

  • Interview Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Open Day Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sunderland College Award

    Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.

  • Tees Valley Travel Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500

  • The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships

    Up to £750.

Career opportunities

Graduates of BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing Practice, from the University of Sunderland, can work as:

  • Mental Health Nurse (RHNS/RMN)
  • Child and Adolescent Mental Health Nurse (CAMHS)
  • Forensic Mental Health Nurse
  • Rehabilitation or Recovery Nurse
  • Educational or School Mental Health Nursing

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students to study BSc Mental Health Nursing Practice at the University of Sunderland is £16,500 every year. This fee is reviewed every year.

Admission

International applicants can contact the AHZ Associates professional consultants to guide them in the admission process. This is completely free and easy. Applicants can also apply through the University of Sunderland's admission portal or UCAS.

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