BSc Hons Mental Health Nursing

at University of Northampton

Modules
 

• public and population health
• assessing planning and providing care
• leading nursing care
• working in teams
• coordinating and improving quality of care.

• English Language and Maths GCSE, or the equivalent, at grade C/4 or above. These must be achieved prior to commencement of the course. (Common equivalents are: Functional skills level 2 and 3, Key skills level 2 and 3, Adult Literacy/Numeracy Level 2).
• Evidence of recent academic study completed within the last five years.
• BCC at A level
• BTEC level 3 Extended Diploma or National Diploma or Cambridge Technical at DMM
• T Level at Merit (with a C in the core component)
• A kitemarked Access to Higher Education course with 30 credits at Merit or above
• Successful completion of the first year of a relevant Foundation Degree
• Health and Social Care Diploma at Level 3 (advanced level)
• CACHE Diploma achieved at grade B or above.

The cost of studying at University of Northampton varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. 

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay £17,700 annually, to study in University of Northampton.

On completion of this BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing degree, you can pursue a wide range of professional careers in health and social care and research.

As a Mental Health Nurse, you can work in hospitals or in the community. If you work in a residential setting, you may do shifts and provide 24-hour care. Within a hospital you might work in a psychiatric intensive care unit, psychiatric ward, outpatients unit, or a specialist unit dealing with eating disorders.