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Mental Health Nursing
- BSc (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- University of Suffolk
Course summary
BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing enables students to gain a professional qualification and an Honours degree. Students will in addition be encouraged to develop the skills of independent learning, critical analysis, leadership, management and decision making. Mental health nursing entails working closely with individuals to help them achieve self-care and independence within a professional context. This developmental process for the individual being cared for, demands the nurse to possess the highest levels of interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.
Personal insight and emotional maturity stand as essential attributes of a qualified mental health nurse. This course aims to cultivate both these qualities, recognising them as vital to effective practice. This course provides students with an opportunity to focus on the distinct health needs of service users and their families/carers. Nursing inherently involves collaboration with diverse individuals accessing healthcare services, encompassing a wide spectrum of ages and circumstances, including short or longer-term mental health experiences, along with the associated complexities of physical, social, and emotional needs.
Graduates can progress in to a variety of careers including those in community and hospital settings, education and research. There are numerous opportunities for continued professional development and progression to higher degree study.
Modules
Please see our website for module information.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- University of Suffolk
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 09/2026
Apply by
14 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:
- B760
- Institution code:
- S82
- Campus name:
- University of Suffolk
- Campus Code:
- I
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Suffolk has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 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:
- B760
- Institution code:
- S82
- Campus name:
- University of Suffolk
- Campus Code:
- I
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
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Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff
96 pointsA level
CCCPearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMMAccess to HE Diploma
M: 30 creditsAccess to HE Diploma 30 Level 3 credits at Merit grade or above
GCSE/National 4/National 5
All applicants are required to hold five GCSE's at grade C/4 or above including English and Maths at Grade C/4 (or Level 2 equivalents).
T Level
Pass (C and above)For applicants whose first language is not English, but who have been living in the UK for less than 2 years (or have not lived in the UK at all), we will accept IELTS or the University of Suffolk Password test as meeting the English requirement.
Applicants whose first language is not English, but who have been living in the UK for 2 years or more will be expected to hold GCSE English at Grade C or above, or the relevant Level 2 equivalent (if applicable).
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Health checks
- Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | IELTS 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.5 in each component) is required in addition to GCSE English Language where English is not the students' first language. |
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| EU | £18380* | Year 1 |
| International | £18380* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £18380* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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