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Mental Health Nursing with a Health Care Foundation Year

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2025
  • Undergraduate
Peel Park Campus
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Course summary

The Health Care Foundation Year (Year One) introduces you to essential healthcare concepts and prepares you with the foundational skills needed for progression onto the full degree course (Years Two to Four).

The full course trains you to provide care for people experiencing mental health problems in various settings, including the community, specialist hospitals, and health centres. Mental health nursing is a demanding yet rewarding profession that empowers you to help individuals gain greater control over their mental health.

This programme will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work in diverse health and social care settings, promoting mental health and well-being. You will learn how to support individuals during acute phases of distress, work with those struggling with substance misuse or offending behaviour, and assist those with ongoing mental health conditions.

50% of your studies will be conducted in clinical settings, including hospitals and community environments within the NHS and independent sectors, such as prison placements. These placements offer a supportive environment where you will work alongside experienced practice assessors and supervisors, gaining practical experience and developing your professional skills.

In your third year, you may have the opportunity to undertake an international placement, providing you with the chance to experience mental health care outside the UK.

At the University, you will be welcomed into a relaxed and friendly learning environment, with access to a range of facilities including formal teaching, group and one-to-one sessions, and a comfortable and enriching learning space.

Upon successful completion of the programme, you will earn a degree that qualifies you for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Modules

  • Foundation Year: Foundations of Mental and Physical Health, Introduction to Applied Sciences, Introduction to Exploring Evidence, University Life, and Working in Healthcare Settings.
  • Year one: Foundations of Integrated Nursing Practice, Introduction to Mental Health Nursing, Transdisciplinary Science, Voices and Choices.
  • Year two: Developing Mental Health Nursing, Exploring Care Intervention and Evidence, Exploring the Fundamentals of Integrated Nursing Practice, Mental Health Field Specific Care Needs.
  • Year three: Being an Autonomous Mental Health Practitioner, Being an Inspiring Mental Health Practitioner, Leading and Empowering in Integrated Nursing Practice, Leading Mental Health Nursing.

Assessment method

You will be assessed during the foundation year through written essays, a written portfolio, written exams, and a coursework presentation.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Peel Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2025

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B763
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Foundation

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B763
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

International applicants

This course is not suitable for international students. If you are an international student and interested in a foundation year study pathway, the University of Salford website has details of the International Foundation Year.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 80 points

English language requirements

A minimum grade of 4/C in GCSE Maths is required. For applicants who not hold GCSE Maths 4/C or are working towards it, Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics or a pass in the Maths Equivalency Test (programme approved by UoS) will be considered. Applicants are also required to have or be undertaking GCSE English (4/C) or Functional Skills Level 2.

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Fees and funding

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