Nottingham Trent University

BSc Nursing Mental Health - Clifton Campus

Nottingham Trent University

Course overview

This three-year full-time undergraduate course trains students to become registered mental health nurses. It teaches them to care for people of all ages who are going through mental distress and helps them promote well-being for the whole population. The teaching is done by experts and includes important input from patients and carers. The programme focuses on developing necessary qualities like technical ability, critical thinking, and compassion.

Learning is based on 50% theory and 50% practice. Students will use state-of-the-art simulation facilities at the Clifton Campus to practice clinical skills safely before going on placements. They will complete placements in hospitals, community settings, and voluntary organisations around the region. Performance is checked through written work, exams, presentations, and a practice assessment document to ensure that all professional requirements are met.

Entry requirements

Candidates should submit a personal statement that states their reasons for wanting to study the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic or employer reference is also required. Students can upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements

  • Applicants for the BSc Nursing (Mental Health) need 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four A levels.
  • Equivalent international qualifications are accepted.
  • An interview, and GCSE English, Maths and a Health or Science related subject at grade C / 4.

English Language Requirements

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must score 7.0 overall in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum of 6.5 in each section.
  • Optionally, they may submit scores from an equivalent English language test that is accepted by both the university and the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Scholarships

  • English Language Test Discount

    You may be entitled to £200 towards the cost of an English Language Test.

    Up to £200

  • NTU Excellence Scholarships

    Undergraduate and Postgraduate - 50% or 25% off your first year tuition fees.

  • NTU International Merit Scholarships

    International Merit Scholarships: £3,000

    Up to £3,000

  • NTU International Scholarships

    International Scholarships : £2,000

    Up to £2,000

  • NTU Music Scholarship

    We may award music tuition for a number of months, a full academic year, or up to the length of your course.

  • NTU Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Outstanding Achievement Award

    The value of the scholarship is £1,000 for each year of study on your first course at the University (excluding any work placement year).

    Up to £1,000

  • Sibling Loyalty Reward

    20% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Sport Scholarships

    Potential bursary or fee reduction.

  • Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship

    Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship: £5,000

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

After completing the BSc Nursing (Mental Health) – Clifton Campus from Nottingham Trent University, graduates can pursue careers such as:

  • Staff Nurse
  • Community Mental Health Nurse (CPN)
  • Nurse in an Early Intervention in Psychosis Team.
  • A&E Liaison Nurse
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist.

Cost of study

The full-time tuition fee for the BSc Nursing (Mental Health) – Clifton Campus in Nottingham Trent University is £17,950 per year for international students. The fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

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

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