As a mental health nurse you’ll help people to work towards recovery with the aim of living fulfilling lives in society. We offer a choice of in-person or blended learning delivery.
Why study with us
- 2ndin the North West for graduate prospectsTimes Good University Guide (Nursing)
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20in the UK for graduate prospectsTimes Good University Guide (Nursing)
2024
- Our blended learning delivery option provides the flexibility to balance study with your other commitments, as 80% of the course is delivered online.
- As a UK student on this programme you'll be eligible for a £5,000 NHS Learning Support Fund. You'll also be eligible for a specialist subject payment of £1,000 per year for studying mental health (new students only). This doesn’t have to be paid back after finishing your degree.
- The course is split between 50% theoretical study and 50% practical clinical experience. You'll work with other students who’ve chosen the same field of nursing as you.
Important information
- This course is only available to UK students.
What you'll do
- You’ll undertake practical work experience placements, as well as spend time developing practical skills in our clinical skills labs using clinical patient simulators (manikins) and simulation model trainers.
- You'll have the option to complete the course in-person or via our blended learning delivery option. Blended learning is designed with flexibility in mind, catering to students who may struggle to attend campus regularly due to other commitments.
- For mental health clinical placement experiences, you’ll be allocated to one of several NHS Trusts within the Central Lancashire region as your base. Opportunities also exist for an international experience by taking advantage of our extensive links in Europe and overseas.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. We may also make changes to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Accreditations
Careers in mental health
Our Nursing graduates go on to work in a variety of healthcare disciplines and settings, and mental health nurses are in great demand.
It felt like going back to school at first. When I finished my course in March, I realised I missed it and now I’ve applied to study for a Masters Degree in Philosophy and Mental Health.”
Entry requirements
We will consider your educational achievements, predicted grades, work experience and personal statement. If you don't meet the grades for your chosen course, we will consider you for other programmes.
We know that many factors can influence the grades you achieve in school or college. If your life experience has affected your academic studies, we can take this into account. Use the UCAS Points Calculator below to check whether you are eligible.
Unsure if you meet our entry requirements? Contact our friendly Course Enquiries team to talk through your options.
All offers of a place on this course are subject to satisfactory health screening. It is important to note that should your health screening not be satisfactory your offer of a place on this course may be withdrawn.
If you have already enrolled on the course prior to completion of your health screening, or if your health screening clearance is revoked or changes during the course, you may be required to withdraw from the course even if you have already started.
If you would like to discuss or seek advice in respect of the health screening requirements for this course, please contact the Course Enquiries Team.
This course will involve you working with vulnerable groups of individuals, this may include children. In order to ensure that the University offers places on their programmes to suitable candidates you will be required to obtain a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance (formerly termed CRB).
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Not got the grades?
Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.
Important information:
- Those who have been received a conditional offer will be given 2 attempts to complete our in-house maths test, otherwise a traditional Level 2 Maths qualification will be needed. Please note - This is non-transferrable to other universities and is not a maths qualification.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.
NHS Learning Support Fund
If you are thinking of studying for a health-related undergraduate or postgraduate degree, take a look at what financial support is available.
Find out more about NHS Learning Support FundCare Leaver Bursary
Our Care Leaver Bursary is for students who need extra support because they have been in care or are estranged from their parents.
Find out more about Care Leaver BursaryEstranged student support
Estranged Student Support Bursary is for students who need extra support because they are estranged from their parents.
Find out more about Estranged student supportDependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
Find out more about Dependants Bursary
This course is delivered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery
For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information
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