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Bournemouth University: Mental Health Nursing
| Institution | Bournemouth University View institution profile |
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| Department | Faculty of Health, Environment and Medical Sciences |
| Web | http://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ |
| futurestudents@bournemouth.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01202 961916 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Please refer to our Undergraduate Course listing for MSc Mental Health Nursing B767 to apply
This Master’s course is open to applicants with a first-degree or a higher degree, making use of the Nursing & Midwifery Council’s (NMC) provision for prior learning to achieve professional registration as a nurse via a two-year postgraduate level course.
Why study MSc Mental Health Nursing at BU?
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The NMC permit prior learning, in any subject, to be recognised where it meets course outcomes and requirements - applicants will need to demonstrate this in an entry portfolio
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Blending theory with real-world experience, this course helps you develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to register and practice as a registered mental health nurse
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You will complete dedicated study at Master’s level to achieve a postgraduate qualification, with a focus on research skills and leadership
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50% of the course is spent in practice placements to gain practical mental health nursing experience in various healthcare environments such as care homes, private clinics to community nursing teams
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Newly built skills facilities include simulated community home settings and hospital wards, allowing you to learn and practice safely
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Our annual Careers Fair has numerous healthcare exhibitors in attendance, helping you to gain employment as a registered nurse on completion of the course.
Accredited by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), this course will prepare you to be eligible to register and practice as a registered (mental health) nurse and to graduate with an MSc Mental Health Nursing award.
Funding support: Nursing students may be eligible for a non-repayable government training grant of at least £5,000 a year and mental health nursing students may also be eligible for an additional £1,000 specialist subject payment as it has been confirmed as a shortage specialism. Find out more information about the funding: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-learning-support-fund.
Students enrolling on this course are eligible to apply for loans from the Student Loans Company. These cover tuition fees of up to £9,250 per year and support living costs. These loans are the same as those available to undergraduate students.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | The normal requirements for embarking upon a postgraduate taught degree are: A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject, or equivalent In addition, an entry portfolio that demonstrates the relevant previous experience and learning is required for entry to this postgraduate pre-registration nursing course. If you lack the formal academic qualifications needed to enter a postgraduate or post-experience degree, there are several alternative routes to follow - some based on experience. Contact the Future Students Enquiry Team for more information. |
| Location | Main Site Talbot Campus Fern Barrow Poole BH12 5BB |
Fees
| England | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 20250 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 20250 GBP for Year 1 |
Bournemouth University (BU) is a place where ambition meets opportunity.
We believe that education is about more than acquiring knowledge, it’s about developing the skills and confidence to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Our approach of integrating our globally recognised research and industry practice means our degrees are designed to give you the skills and knowledge you need to pursue your passion.
Our motto is ‘To learn is to change.’ It’s a principle that runs through everything we do across education, research, professional practice and public engagement.
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