BSc Nursing Practice Mental Health
Course overview
The Staffordshire University BSc Nursing Practice (Mental Health) programme prepares students to become registered mental health nurses. The course teaches how to provide support for individuals facing various mental health issues, such as depression, psychosis, trauma, and dementia. Students learn about psychotherapeutic interventions like cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and counselling skills.
The programme includes a balance of theory and practical learning, with approximately 2,300 hours spent on each. Students gain experience in simulation facilities, where they practise skills in a safe environment, and through clinical placements in real healthcare settings. This approach helps build confidence and prepares graduates to meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards for registration.
Entry requirements
Applicants must submit a personal statement in which they explain their reasons for applying for the course. They should also include other important details about their studies. A suitable reference from a teacher or an employer is also necessary. Students can choose to add their CV to their applications if they want to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically need 112-120 UCAS Tariff points, which can be achieved through qualifications such as A-levels (BBC), a Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (DMM), or an Access to HE Diploma with at least 80 UCAS points.
- All applications are assessed individually, considering any relevant experience.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not your main language, you need an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no individual part (reading, writing, listening, or speaking) scoring lower than 5.5.
- The university also accepts comparable scores from other approved English language tests.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Nursing Practice (Mental Health) programme work as:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse (inpatient settings)
- Community Mental Health Nurse
- Crisis Resolution Nurse
- Nurse in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
- Forensic Mental Health Nurse
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students taking the BSc Nursing Practice (Mental Health) at Staffordshire University is £19,000 per year.
Admission
International students apply through the UCAS system for undergraduate degrees. Please speak with our counsellors for assistance.
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