MSc Nursing Mental Health
Course overview
This is a two-year, full-time master's degree built to qualify graduates from any subject background to become registered mental health nurses. The programme uses a combined learning approach, blending academic study with extensive practice placements in healthcare environments. After completing the course, students are eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Their learning splits roughly in half between classroom-learned theory and clinical practice placements, where their skills are used. Performances are checked through Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), case studies, essays, written reflections, presentations, and a final dissertation. This detailed structure ensures they develop high-quality care skills.
Entry requirements
Candidates must submit a personal statement in which they discuss why they want to study the course and attach other relevant information regarding their studies. A relatable academic or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs together with their applications to showcase their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Academic Qualification: Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree with a minimum 2:2 classification or above in any subject area.
- Prior Learning Assessment (RPL): This assessment covers 600 hours of theory and 600 hours of practice through a required written reflection on students' transferable skills, plus a subsequent interview.
English Language Requirements:
- Applicants from non-English-speaking countries need to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no section score lower than 6.0) or submit equivalent test scores.
- Note that professional registration requirements set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) may be higher.
Scholarships
Bangladesh High Achievers Award
We are pleased to offer up to £3,000 fee reduction to all high achieving Bangladeshi students.
Up to £3,000Chevening Scholarships
Nottingham Law School’s Professional Courses Scholarships
Nottingham Law School is delighted to offer a number of competitive professional courses scholarships that are worth up to half the value of your tuition fee.
Women in Computer Science
50% of tuition fee
Up to 50% of fees
Career opportunities
After completing the course and gaining registration with the NMC, graduates can take up employment in numerous careers, including
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Community Mental Health Nurse
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner
- Lead Nurse
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students starting the MSc Nursing (Mental Health) programme is £17,900 for the first year of study. Please note that the tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to visit the university website. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.
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