MSc Nursing Science Registered Nurse Mental Health

This two-year Master's degree allows graduates from any undergraduate subject to become a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The programme has been designed to meet the latest NMC standards, preparing students for swift career progression within mental health nursing. As a postgraduate, you will develop high-level attributes with a particular focus on research, leadership and advanced practice.

The course is delivered at the Coach Lane Campus and includes practical placements. Both theoretical and practical elements run alongside each other to give a well-rounded learning experience. The programme will help cultivate your compassion and competence in the evidence-based framework by ensuring you make a significant impact on the well-being and mental health of your clients.

Northumbria University is a public research university based in Newcastle upon Tyne, with campuses also in London and Amsterdam, known for its academic quality and has a strong record of graduate employment. The university has been ranked in the UK's top 25 for research power and is a leading institution for graduate start-ups. The university also offers many different undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across different fields, including engineering, business, law, and health.

To be enrolled, you need to submit a personal statement, and a relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. You can also upload your CV along with your applications to demonstrate your work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants should have a minimum of a second-class honours degree or its equivalent in any subject. Other professional qualifications or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds are required to have a minimum overall IELTS score of 7.0, with at least 6.5 in the writing section and at least 7.0 in the reading, listening, and speaking sections. 
• International students can also submit other test scores, like TOEFL and PTE.

For international undergraduate students in the MSc Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Mental Health) at Northumbria University, Newcastle, the annual fee for 2025/26 is £19,350.

Northumbria University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries for postgraduate students. This includes a 20% Alumni Discount for former Northumbria students. Specific, externally funded scholarships, such as the Aziz Foundation Scholarships and Chevening Scholarships, may also be available; however, applications for these are often managed directly by the funding organisation.

Graduates of this course can work as:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Community Mental Health Nurse
• Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Crisis and Home Treatment Nurse
• Forensic Nurse
• Nursing Team Manager

You can submit your application for this course directly through the university’s online application form. Our trained counsellors are available to help you.