University of Dundee

BSc Mental Health Nursing Kirkcaldy

University of Dundee

Course overview

The BSc Mental Health Nursing (Kirkcaldy) at the University of Dundee trains students to utilise both theoretical and practical methods to help students develop the necessary clinical skills required to succeed in this career path. Within the three years, students will also be taught empathy and critical thinking.

Students will spend 50% of their time in the classroom and 50% in clinical placements across various healthcare settings, gaining firsthand experience. The course utilises scenario-based learning and advanced simulation. This means students have the space to practise and master their nursing skills before entering real-world environments.

Entry requirements

Applicants for the BSc Mental Health Nursing (Kirkcaldy) must meet the following academic and English language criteria:

 

Grade Requirements:

  • A-Levels: CC grades. 

  • BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: MMP. 

  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points. 

English Language Requirements:

  • International students must have an IELTS score of at least 7.0 overall.

Scholarships

  • Alumni and Family Scholarship

    Value: £1,500 - £3,000

    Up to £1,500

  • Alumni Scholarship

    Value: £1,500 - £3,000

    Up to £1,500

  • Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Dentistry

    Value - £2,000 - £2,500 per year.

    Up to £2,000

  • Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Medicine

    Value: £2,000 - £2,500 per year.

    Up to £2,000

  • GEMS Scholarship

    Value - £6,000 per year of study

    Up to £6,000

  • Global Excellence Scholarship Undergraduate

    Value: £7,500 per year of study.

    Up to £7,500

  • Vice Chancellor's East Asia Undergraduate Scholarship

    Value - £4,000

    Up to £4,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Mental Health Nursing (Kirkcaldy) from the University of Dundee are prepared for diverse roles across the mental health sector. Career opportunities include:

 

  • Mental Health Nurse

  • Community Psychiatric Nurse

  • Crisis Intervention Practitioner

  • Mental Health Researcher or Educator

  • Healthcare Coordinator

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students studying BSc Mental Health Nursing (Kirkcaldy) in the University of Dundee is approximately £23,150 per year. Please note that tuition fees are subject to an annual increase.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To learn more about this process, please speak with one of our trained counsellors.

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