MSc Nursing Mental Health
Course overview
The MSc Nursing Mental Health at Sheffield Hallam University enables students to acquire the expertise needed to deliver the highest standard of person-centred care, supporting individuals through their most challenging moments and significantly enhancing their quality of life. Students will have the opportunity to improve the daily lives of people by addressing their physical, mental health, and social needs.
During the course, students will examine the role of environmental, social, cultural, and economic factors in health. They will also develop an understanding of why people engage in health-damaging behaviours and how to support them to make healthier lifestyle choices.
Students will have the chance to learn and collaborate with those from other health and social care courses, helping them to deliver person-centred care, with an understanding of how other professionals contribute to a person's journey through health and social care services.
Entry requirements
If you want to apply for this course, you should write a personal statement. In this statement, you can explain why you want to study the course and share any other important details about your past studies. A reference from a teacher or a former employer is usually needed. You also have the choice to include your CV with your application to show any work experience you have.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants should possess 112-120 UCAS tariff points, with qualifications equivalent to A-levels in the range of ABB-CCC or equivalent qualifications.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not your main language, you will need an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with at least 6.5 in each part (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).
- The university also accepts other English language tests, such as PTE or TOEFL.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Payment of tuition fees.
Inclusive Leadership and Sustainable Growth Executive MBA Scholarship
Up to ten scholarships are available, each offering a £5,000 tuition fee discount.
Up to £5,000Online Masters Scholarship
A 10% discount on all our online masters courses.
Up to 10% of feesPostgraduate Research Scholarship
A 10% discount on postgraduate research courses is available if you have graduated with a full degree from Sheffield Hallam.
Up to 10% of feesPostgraduate Study Discounts
£2,000 discount on full-time postgraduate course fees for home and international students starting in 2026/27.
Up to £2,000Postgraduate Taught Scholarship
£1,000 Postgraduate Taught
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Nursing Mental Health from Sheffield Hallam University can pursue various roles, including:
- Mental Health Nurse
- Community Psychiatric Nurse
- Crisis Intervention Nurse
- Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the MSc Nursing Mental Health at Sheffield Hallam University in the 2025/26 school year is £17,155.
Admission
To apply for this course, prospective students should send their applications through the university's portal. If you need any help with your application, you can speak with one of our experienced advisors.
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