Overview

With Bucks New University , you’ll benefit from our combined learning approach of theory and practice, supportive and experienced course team, and our specialist facilities. Upon completion of the Mental Health Nursing degree, you’ll be eligible to register with the Nursing & Midwifery Council.

Why study this subject?

Mental health is something which effects many people during their lifetime. It requires as much care as physical illness – sometimes even more so. As a mental health nurse, you’ll be crucial in helping people get their lives back on track.
Opportunities for registered nurses within mental health are continually expanding. For example: you may be working in a busy hospital ward or department, as a nurse specialist running your own clinic, working in a prison or in one of the community areas such as a large health centre.

Whether you have had a personal experience with mental illness or simply want to help those who struggle day-to-day, this course can teach you the knowledge you need to become a compassionate mental health nurse.

What are my career prospects?

Mental Health Nursing is a broad area and opportunities for mental health nursing are continually expanding. You'll have the chance to go into many careers, such as:

general practice surgeries as a mental health nurse
community settings, for example home treatment team, recovery service
nursing homes
mental health services
forensic mental health services including high secure services
private health care providers
prison nursing

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health Sciences for Nursing
Social Sciences for Nursing
Law, Ethics and Professional Responsibilities in Nursing
Assessing Biopsychosocial Needs and Planning Care in Mental Health Nursing
Leading, Coordinating and Evaluating Mental Health Care

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00

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More details

Typically there are no deadlines at Buckinghamshire New University, however it is recommend to apply sooner rather than later.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Classification of 2:1 or above in any subject/discipline OR consideration will be given to applicants who have: Classification of 2:2 in a subject with relevant content and experience, e.g., sociology; psychology; physiology; bio- chemistry; health studies or social work.
Five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English language or literature, mathematics, and a science subject
For students, whose first language is not English, there is a requirement to achieve an IELTS tariff of 7 with no individual component below 6.5
Evidence of study within the previous five years.  
Establish digital and technological literacy on application.

Work experience

If successful at interview you will be required to complete the following as part of the condition of your offer:

Verified evidence of 500 hours of related clinical practice in the last 3 years. This will be demonstrated through an enhanced CV
A reflective essay demonstrating Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Tuition Fees

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15910 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

High Wycombe

United Kingdom

700 - 1200 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Why study this subject?

What are my career prospects?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Work experience

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

High Wycombe

Funding

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