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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Nursing (Mental Health)

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Nursing (Mental Health) course at Oxford Brookes University.

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A level

One science subject is required. Examples of science subjects that will be considered include: Physical Education, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology and Sociology.

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Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at Oxford Brookes University. These students are taking Nursing (Mental Health) or another course from the same subject area.

Mental health nursing
SubjectGrade
PsychologyE
BiologyD
ChemistryD
Business StudiesC
English LiteratureE
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: B707

Here's what Oxford Brookes University says about its Nursing (Mental Health) course.

Anxiety and depressive disorders. Obsessive-compulsive conditions. Substance-related problems. Mental health issues are soaring, with 1 in 4 people experiencing difficulties. Study Mental Health Nursing at Oxford Brookes to fuel your passion for improving lives. You can make a real difference – advocating for patients, helping them to overcome barriers and live their lives well.

Taught by a team of highly qualified and enthusiastic professionals, with experience ranging from research to clinical leadership, you’ll develop skills for a wide range of nursing careers. And build the confidence to meet a diverse range of mental health needs. You’ll also receive invaluable support from your course academic adviser.

No 2 days will be the same. With 50% of your time in university and 50% out on placements, you’ll put your knowledge into action in a variety of mental health settings. You'll hear from guest lecturers and those with lived experiences, and role play clinical situations in simulation-based learning. By the end, you’ll be ready to make a difference in your community and beyond.

Source: Oxford Brookes University

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Nursing (Mental Health) at Oxford Brookes University.

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2 course options available.

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Nursing

Location

Main Site | Oxford

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Mental health nursing

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,790 per year
Scotland£9,790 per year
Wales£9,790 per year
Northern Ireland£9,790 per year
International£17,250 per year

Oxford Brookes University student reviews

(3.5)
Based on 69 reviews from Oxford Brookes University's students and alumni
5 star
17%
4 star
28%
3 star
47%
2 star
7%
1 star
2%
All reviews

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1st year student

1 year ago

Five stars: Excellent

(5)
Finance

1st year student

1 year ago

Support was more than I expected from teachers to tutors to helpers to the student nurse and also from elder students. Their my were always ready to help and students knew where to go and who to ask questions from.

(5)
Support

1st year student

1 year ago

There are a range of facilities such as computers, books and practical equipments.

(5)
Facilities

1st year student

1 year ago

My course is exactly as described on the universities website. Itu2019s brilliant for anyone interested in science particularly biology like me and all the parts of the human body and their function within the immune system. The practicals are vey fun and interesting and the tutors answer student qu...

(5)
Course

1st year student

1 year ago

I believe my university is very good, since itu2019s welcoming to all cultures and backgrounds itu2019s within an ideal location which is easily accessible. The library is very spacious and informative and I can easily study there for all my exams since I find studying alone to be more beneficial.

(5)
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1st year student

1 year ago

It’s a wonderful university to study with good student support and inclusive as well

(5)
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Oxford Brookes 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 Oxford Brookes University students who took the Nursing (Mental Health) course - or another course in the same subject area.

Mental health nursing

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

87%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

100%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

100%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

100%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

100%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

87%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

100%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

100%

high

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

100%

high

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

100%

high

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

100%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

100%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

93%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

100%

high

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

100%

high

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

100%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

100%

high

How well organised is your course?

93%

high

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

87%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

80%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

80%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

87%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

100%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

100%

high

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

83%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

93%

high

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

87%

med

My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.

100%

high

I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.

87%

med

I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.

100%

high

I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).

87%

high

I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).

73%

low

My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.

100%

high

Student information

See who's studying at Oxford Brookes University. These students are taking Nursing (Mental Health) or another course from the same subject area.

Mental health nursing
Mode of study
Full-time92%Part-time8%
Gender ratio
Female73%Male27%
Where students come from
International8%UK92%
Number of students65
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about Oxford Brookes University graduates who took Nursing (Mental Health) - or another course in the same subject area.

Nursing and midwifery

Graduate statistics

90%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

88%

In work, study or other activity

88%

Say it fits with future plans

87%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

89%

Nursing Professionals

2%

Business and public service associate professionals

2%

Caring personal services

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Oxford Brookes University graduates who took Nursing (Mental Health) - or another course in the same subject area.

Nursing and midwifery

Earnings

£30.5k

First year after graduation

£32.5k

Third year after graduation

£33.2k

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 Nursing (Mental Health).

Source: LEO

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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