Newcastle upon Tyne,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Mental Health) in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom | Northumbria University
Northumbria University
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Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
18,250
(c. USD24,385.1)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Your studies will take place partly at our Coach Lane Campus and partly through clinical placements, with both components running concurrently to provide an integrated blend of theory and practice. Following the standard university semester structure, you'll have opportunities during Easter and summer breaks for additional projects, internships, or much-needed relaxation. This program fosters curiosity, creativity, and collaboration in healthcare, nurturing compassionate care grounded in evidence-based practice while empowering you to positively influence mental health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.Northumbria University values experiential learning beyond campus to boost employability. Mental Health Nursing students have opportunities to join short-term international programs with our partner Think Pacific.How does the Mental Health Nursing program enhance career prospects?The BSc Nursing Science (Mental Health) degree equips you with professional healthcare experience and grants NMC Registration as a qualified nurse. Aligned with current NMC standards, the program ensures you graduate as a 'future-ready' nurse capable of addressing complex healthcare challenges while prioritizing patient and family wellbeing.What career-ready skills will my BSc (Hons) Nursing Science degree provide?The program emphasizes practical nursing competencies, culminating in a final-year Leadership and Management Internship. This vocational course leads directly to NMC registration under modern standards, accelerating your nursing career progression.The NMC's 'Future Nurse' initiative shapes nursing evolution, and our curriculum incorporates research, leadership, and advanced practice elements to prepare you for these developments.You'll graduate as a responsible professional skilled in health promotion, comprehensive care coordination, team leadership, and quality improvement.Northumbria maintains strong ties with healthcare partners, co-designing this program with clinical experts and service users to ensure alignment with employer needs, contributing to our outstanding graduate employment rates.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
112 UCAS Tariff points
 
From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate.
Subject Requirements:
 
There are no specific subject requirements for this course.
 
GCSE Requirements:
 
Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.
 
Additional Requirements:
 
Applicants will be required to attend an interview. Admission is subject to a suitable DBS Enhanced Certificate and a satisfactory health check. Applicants must meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council's suitability for registration requirements.
 
International Qualifications:
 
We welcome applicants with a range of qualifications which may not match those shown above.
International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0, with a minimum writing score of 6.5 and all other components at a minimum score of 7.0, or Occupational English Test (OET) with at least a grade B (350 to 440) in reading, listening and speaking, and at least a grade C+ (300 to 340) in writing.
 
Tuition
GBP
18,250