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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Mental Health Nursing
Bournemouth University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Mental Health Nursing course at Bournemouth University.
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T Level
M
120 UCAS tariff points
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Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Bournemouth University. These students are taking Mental Health Nursing or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | D |
| Sociology | C |
| Biology | D |
| English Language and Literature | C |
| Religious Studies | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: B701
Here's what Bournemouth University says about its Mental Health Nursing course.
Accredited by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), this degree, with its strong focus on real-world experience, is an ideal choice for those looking to gain the expert knowledge and practical skills needed to enter the mental health care profession.
Why study BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing at BU?
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One in four people will struggle with mental health issues at some point during their life. It is a rapidly expanding area of nursing that needs caring, compassionate and competent professionals
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This course will teach you how to deliver high-quality nursing care; to enable, educate and encourage those experiencing mental health problems to progress towards recovery
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Practical experience takes a central role in the course, with 50% of your time being spent on placement in a variety of healthcare environments across the south
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Learn from registered nurses and other healthcare practitioners, as well as carers and service users who provide valuable insight and personal experience of mental health care.
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Put your learnings into practice in our purpose built Bournemouth Gateway Building and benefit from simulated hospital wards and community home settings
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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. 100% of our nursing graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (source DiscoverUni 2023).
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.
Source: Bournemouth University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Faculty of Health, Environment and Medical Sciences
Location
Main Site | Poole
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Mental health nursing
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £20,685 per year |
| International | £20,685 per year |
The modules you will study
First year core units include: Foundations for Professional Practice and Research | Nursing Theory and Application 1 | Applied Health Care Sciences 1 | Communication Skills for Nursing Practice | Developing Skills for Promoting Health and Wellbeing | Nursing Practice and Nursing skills 1.
Bournemouth University student reviews
Showing 102 reviews
1st year student
1 year ago
Pretty good. Lots of clubs and societies. Lots of student club nights - like almost one every night I think? rnThereu2019s a bar on campus but you wonu2019t be short of a bar anywhere in Bournemouth anyways.
1st year student
1 year ago
Overall uni life is good. Nightlife is very good. Lots of clubs and also thereu2019s a student only club too. Quite a few events that take place on campus that sometimes give out free food. rnrnTown centre is bare - wouldnu2019t even call it a town centre where Iu2019m from. Couple of shops but real...
1st year student
1 year ago
Decent accommodation is expensive here. You could go with the cheaper halls but youu2019re at risk of insect/rodent infestation and/or crackheads so you weigh the pros and cons. rn
1st year student
1 year ago
Good support system in place.
1st year student
1 year ago
Loads of accommodation options to choose from. Many of which are modern. Shame most of them are fairly pricy but thatu2019s inflation I guess. Love my accommodation. rnLibrary could do with a renovation but still has the whatu2019s needed. Facilities are good. rnCafes and shops in the campus are exp...
1st year student
1 year ago
Really nice lecturers that listen well and help where they can. Respond quickly to emails and messages. rnLecture notes and presentations could be improved as I donu2019t think they fully cover what is need (particularly the programming based modules).
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Bournemouth University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Bournemouth University students who took the Mental Health Nursing course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
85%
med
Teaching on my course
85%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
85%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
91%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
85%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
79%
med
Learning opportunities
84%
med
Learning opportunities
84%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
88%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
79%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
88%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
76%
med
Assessment and feedback
85%
med
Assessment and feedback
85%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
85%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
94%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
79%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
82%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
85%
med
Academic support
82%
med
Academic support
82%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
79%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
85%
med
Organisation and management
57%
med
Organisation and management
57%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
61%
med
How well organised is your course?
56%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
86%
med
Student voice
66%
low
Student voice
66%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
53%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
76%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
68%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
78%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
91%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
68%
low
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
94%
high
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
91%
high
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
94%
high
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
65%
med
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
91%
high
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
94%
high
Student information
See who's studying at Bournemouth University. These students are taking Mental Health Nursing or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Mental Health Nursing at Bournemouth University.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Bournemouth University graduates who took Mental Health Nursing - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£30.7k
First year after graduation
£32.8k
Third year after graduation
£29.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Mental Health Nursing.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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Bournemouth University courses are designed with direct input from employers, with many courses accredited by the biggest names in industry. Every student has the opportunity to get work experience as part of their course and opportunities for work, study or volunteering abroad too. Our courses have been recognised for the quality of student learning opportunities and support around your course too, so you’ll be well-prepared for your future, whatever it may be. What better place to find a balance with study and life than our beautiful cosmopolitan town, from Nandos to nights out and Beach days taking in some rays. There’s a Bournemouth to be discovered for everyone. Our award-winning nightclub, The Old Firestation, and end-of-year festival – the Summerball – all contribute to make your BU experience an unforgettable experience. Come and see us at an Open Day to discover why you #BelongatBU.
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