BSc Nursing Studies Mental Health
Course overview
The Glasgow Caledonian University BSc Nursing Studies (Mental Health) programme prepares students to become mental health nurses, promoting mental wellbeing and supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges. This course focuses on modern approaches to supporting and treating people, emphasising individual strengths and independence. Students undertake practical learning for half of the course through placements in various settings, including NHS community and hospital environments, as well as independent and voluntary sector services.
During these practical experiences, students engage in mental health nursing activities, such as assessment and providing care to a range of patients. The learning and assessment methods ensure students gain the necessary knowledge and skills, incorporating diverse teaching strategies like examinations, essays, presentations, and group work. Successful graduates are eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), ready to work in various professional environments.
Entry requirements
To be enrolled, applicants need to submit a personal statement, and an academic or employer reference is also often a required part of the application process. They can also choose to upload their CVs to demonstrate relevant work experience they have acquired.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need 69 UCAS Tariff points, which is equivalent to Scottish Highers BCC or A Levels BC, with both including English, Maths or Application of Maths.
- The minimum requirement is 63 UCAS Tariff points, equivalent to Scottish Highers CCC or A Levels CC, with both including English, Maths or Application of Maths.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from countries not on the NMC's list of accepted English-speaking countries must have an IELTS overall score of 7.0, with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and 7.0 in the other three components.
- Applicants can also submit other English test scores, like PTE or TOEFL.
Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
This award entitles fee-paying students to a discount of 5% if fees are over £5,000 and the fees are paid in full prior to the first teaching date of the course.
New to GCU Undergraduate
Self funding International students who study a full-time course with Glasgow Caledonian University are eligible for up to £2,500 tuition fee discount per year off their course tuition fees.
Student Loyalty Discount
We are pleased to offer a Loyalty Discount of 30% to students who have previously graduated from GCU or one of our Founding institutions.
Up to 30% of fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Nursing Studies (Mental Health) course work as:
- Hospital-based Mental Health Nurse
- Community Mental Health Nurse
- Addiction Services Nurse
- Eating Disorders Services Nurse
- Forensic Mental Health Nurse
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Nurse
Cost of study
International students taking the BSc Nursing Studies (Mental Health) at Glasgow Caledonian University pay £15,200 as annual tuition.
Admission
Applicants can apply for the BSc Nursing Studies (Mental Health) at Glasgow Caledonian University through UCAS. Our counsellors are available to help you.
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