MN Mental Health Nursing

The MN Adult Nursing at the University of Portsmouth is a two-year full-time MN course that prepares students to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges through theory, clinical placements, and simulation training with actors in the Centre for Simulation in Health and Care and is developed with local NHS Trusts.

Students gain practical experience in hospitals and community settings, which helps them build confidence and advanced clinical skills.

The course is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), making it eligible to apply for registration upon successful completion. Students benefit from professional mental health nursing guidance, placement opportunities, and development in leadership, which helps to improve patient care.

The University of Portsmouth is a respected institution in the UK. The university offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across fields such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts.

It is known for its strong support services, close collaboration with industry, such as the NHS in nursing studies and modern facilities and ensuring that students gain both academic knowledge and professional readiness.

Candidates for the MN Adult Nursing in the University of Portsmouth must submit a personal statement that states their reasons for applying for this programme and relevant experiences. An academic or employer reference is also required, and applicants have the option of submitting their CV to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need a relevant undergraduate qualification or demonstrate suitable professional experience in healthcare or related areas.
• Checks such as health and criminal records are required for nursing courses.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates who do not have an English-speaking background need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.
• An approved equivalent, such as TOEFL or Pearson PTE, is accepted.

International students for the MN Adult Nursing from the University of Portsmouth pay £17,900 per year.

The university provides various scholarships for international students. One such is the Faculty of Science and Health Global Postgraduate Taught Scholarship provides a £2,000 fee reduction in the first year for eligible international students.

Graduates of MN Adult Nursing at the University of Portsmouth are prepared to take roles such as:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Community Mental Health Practitioner
• Psychiatric Inpatient Nurse
• Crisis Assessment Nurse
• Mental Health Care Coordinator

University of Portsmouth MN Adult Nursing candidates should visit the school's application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.