BSc Mental Health Nursing

The BSc Mental Health Nursing with Foundation Year at Coventry University allows students to learn how to deliver compassionate and restorative care to those experiencing mental distress and illness. The course will enable students to provide effective and person-centred care, which will be applied through physical health monitoring to promote recovery and positive mental wellbeing.

The foundation year course helps students to develop the necessary skills for degree-level study. They will also explore fundamental knowledge in areas such as anatomy, physiology and pathology, professional practice and approaches to health and wellbeing.

Successful completion of this course makes graduates eligible to apply for professional registration as a mental health nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC).

Coventry University is a public research university established in 1843, known for its commitment to providing relevant and innovative education with a global outlook. The university places a strong emphasis on enhancing students' career opportunities through practical learning experiences and personalised support.

Coventry University offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various academic fields, including medicine, law, engineering, business, and the arts. The institution is recognised for its welcoming international student community and its focus on delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

Candidates must submit a personal statement explaining their reasons for applying for the course and providing relevant details about their academic background. A relevant academic or professional reference is also necessary. Students have the option to include their CV with their application to highlight any work experience they may have.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are expected to have 64 UCAS tariff points obtained through GCSE maths and English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards, or a BTEC equivalent qualification.

English Proficiency:

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS overall score of at least 6.0 (with no component below 5.5). Alternative qualifications are also accepted.
• If you do not meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

For international students enrolling in the BSc Mental Health Nursing with Foundation Year at Coventry University, the tuition fee is to be decided by the University. Kindly refer back to this page for updates.

Coventry provides scholarships and bursaries for international students to help offset tuition costs and other additional costs. Examples of these scholarships include the Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Scholarship, which provides a £3,000 fee reduction; there is an additional £2,500 discount through the Early Discount Payment, and an Alumni Discount of 25% for international students who graduated from Coventry.

Graduates of the BSc Mental Health Nursing from Coventry University can pursue various career roles, including:

• Mental Health Nurse
• Community Psychiatric Nurse
• Crisis Intervention Nurse
• Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
• Clinical Nurse Specialist

Apply for this course directly to the university or through UCAS. 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.