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Master of Science - MSc (PG)
MSc Nursing (Mental Health)
Canterbury Christ Church University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the MSc Nursing (Mental Health) course at Canterbury Christ Church University.
We're still busy gathering entry requirements for MSc Nursing (Mental Health) at Canterbury Christ Church University. Look out for more info soon.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Canterbury Christ Church University. These students are taking MSc Nursing (Mental Health) or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | D |
| Sociology | A |
| Biology | B |
| Film Studies | B |
| Health and Social Care | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L506
Here's what Canterbury Christ Church University says about its MSc Nursing (Mental Health) course.
Become a specialist mental health nurse with our MSc in Mental Health Nursing.
Open to students from any academic background, this postgraduate degree equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to practise as a confident, capable, and compassionate mental health nurse. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and begin your career as a registered mental health nurse.
Focusing on a person-centred approach, the course will help you develop into a reflective, creative, and effective practitioner. Through a blend of classroom learning and hands-on experience, you will build confidence in both academic and clinical environments.
Over the two-year programme, you will explore the theory underpinning mental health nursing whilst gaining valuable experience on placement. Working in diverse settings, including the home and community, you will apply your learning in real-life scenarios, deepening your understanding of how to support individuals with a range of mental health needs.
You will also benefit from access to our on-campus simulation suite, where you can practise your clinical and communication skills in a realistic, supportive setting before beginning your placements.
This course has been developed in collaboration with service users and experienced professionals, ensuring a holistic curriculum that reflects contemporary mental health care. With its inclusive and practice-focused approach, the MSc will prepare you to lead and innovate in nursing care, placing service users at the heart of everything you do.
Professional accreditation
Our MSc Nursing courses are accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). On completion of the course, you will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Adult Nurse.
Specialist facilities
You’ll learn in state-of-the-art facilities, including simulation suites, a virtual and augmented reality lab, and a modern anatomy learning centre. Co-designed with service-users, carers, practice partners and current students, this MSc ensures your learning is person-centred, practice-informed, and focused on employability.
20% Alumni Discount We offer alumni discounts on CCCU Postgraduate Taught, PGCE Primary and Secondary, and Master's by Research courses for eligible students.
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Course details
There are a few options in how you might study MSc Nursing (Mental Health) at Canterbury Christ Church University.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
Master of Science - MSc (PG)
Department
School of Nursing, Midwifery, Allied and Public Health (NMAPH)
Location
Main Site | Canterbury
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Mental health nursing
Start date
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 | £17,000 per year |
| International | £17,000 per year |
The modules you will study
For a list of core and likely optional modules, please visit our website.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Canterbury Christ Church 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 Canterbury Christ Church University students who took the MSc Nursing (Mental Health) course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
79%
low
Teaching on my course
79%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
84%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
84%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
81%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
68%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
84%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
73%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
76%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
84%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
73%
low
Assessment and feedback
78%
low
Assessment and feedback
78%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
70%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
81%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
68%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
95%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
76%
med
Academic support
78%
med
Academic support
78%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
70%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
86%
med
Organisation and management
68%
med
Organisation and management
68%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
72%
med
How well organised is your course?
62%
med
Learning resources
95%
high
Learning resources
95%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
89%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
100%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
97%
high
Student voice
86%
high
Student voice
86%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
81%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
92%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
86%
med
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?
95%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
91%
high
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
83%
med
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
94%
high
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
97%
high
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
72%
med
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
86%
high
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
78%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Canterbury Christ Church University. These students are taking MSc Nursing (Mental Health) or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Canterbury Christ Church University graduates who took MSc Nursing (Mental Health) - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
92%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
91%
In work, study or other activity
83%
Say it fits with future plans
92%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
91%
Nursing Professionals
2%
Caring personal services
1%
Other Health Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Canterbury Christ Church University graduates who took MSc Nursing (Mental Health) - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£32.5k
First year after graduation
£35k
Third year after graduation
£35.8k
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 MSc Nursing (Mental Health).
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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