MSc Mental Health Nursing

Key information

You will combine detailed theoretical study with excellent practical clinical experience across a range of settings to gain a qualification that is highly regarded both professionally and academically. You will learn with experts in Mental Health Nursing and leading researchers, opening new career opportunities and enabling you to contribute to clinical practice and research in the field.

Benefits of this course

You will study a range of theoretical and practical modules covering key principles and practices in Mental Health Nursing, including:

acute care, diagnostics and treatment
long term care, recovery and rehabilitation
leading and managing in healthcare practice.

You will learn alongside students from other nursing pathways and in placements, professional disciplines such as Social Work and Occupational Therapy encouraging a multi-disciplinary approach that reflects professional clinical practice.

Award

You can select to apply for one of the available exit points for this course.

Master of Science (MSc)

Who is this course for?

If you are a graduate who wants to pursue a rewarding career in Mental Health Nursing, this MSc will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge you need, even if your first degree is in an unrelated subject.

Career

On successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to register with the NMC, which provides an internationally recognised professional qualification, enabling you to practice as an adult and mental health nurse in the UK and overseas.