Nursing (Child Health and Mental Health)

UCAS code: B744

Here's what University of Plymouth says about its Nursing (Child Health and Mental Health) course.

Our 4-year dual field course lets students qualify in 2 of 3 nursing fields while earning an undergraduate master's. It prepares for clinical roles or careers in research and education - ideal for those seeking a fast-tracked, challenging path.

Study two fields of nursing This four-year course allows you to gain recognition in two fields of nursing - Child Health and Mental Health - while achieving an undergraduate master's degree.

Practical, real-world learning Gain invaluable hands-on experience through placements across various healthcare environments, collaborating with diverse professional teams.

Dedicated masters level support We provide dedicated master’s level seminar and tutorial support time built around critical reflexivity that prepares you to perform as a capable and autonomous practitioner, fit for registration in two fields of nursing practice.

This course is for you if...

• you aspire to become a dual-field nurse, specialising in both child and mental health

• you're a team player, ready to work with healthcare professionals, patients, and families

• you value hands-on learning experiences through placements and interprofessional collaboration in state-of-the-art healthcare facilities

• you're committed to joining the ranks of registered nurses making a difference.

Year 1 Your first year introduces you to being an accountable professional, whilst developing the knowledge and skills required to become a confident, academic and independent learner.

You will gain an understanding of human development, key body systems and their relationship to nursing care. A range of effective therapeutic interpersonal skills to promote engagement and helpful collaborative person-centred conversations will be nurtured within the theory and the two practice components during the year.

You will be introduced to the importance of assessing, planning, providing and evaluating health and wellbeing in a broad range of contexts. You will learn and develop the values, knowledge and skills required for the successful achievement of the standards of proficiency required for the first NMC progression point.

You will apply your learning across both your chosen fields of practice, and you will experience placements in both specialisms.

Year 2 In your second year you will be introduced to research methodology and methods in order to develop their knowledge of the application of research-based evidence to professional practice. You will study the pathophysiological processes involved in commonly encountered health conditions to support nursing interventions.

Your knowledge and understanding of co-ordinating care for complex health needs will be developed, as well as in relation to public health, policies and legislation. You will become a knowledgeable practitioner with an understanding of pharmacology and safe practice in the management of medicines.

The theory and two practice components of the year will develop your values, knowledge and skills required for the successful achievement of the standards of proficiency required for the second NMC progression point.

You will apply your learning across both your chosen fields of practice, and you will experience placements in both specialisms.

Year 3 In your third year you will focus on your first chosen field of practice (child health or mental health) your placements this year will be exclusively in this area.

Year three allows you to critically explore the concepts of management, leadership and working in teams and extend your knowledge around critical appraisal and the importance of research evidence to professional practice. Within your specialist field modules you will develop knowledge and skills in both simulated and real-world environments.

You will build on and develop the values, knowledge and skills required for the successful achievement of the final NMC progression point in your first field of practice. Your final module will provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate your ability to perform as a capable and autonomous practitioner, fit for registration.

Final year In your fourth year you will focus on your second chosen field of practice, your placements this year will be exclusively in this area.

Year four enables you to build on your undergraduate experience and progress to more advanced or specialised work at postgraduate level. Our Masters level seminar and tutorial support is built around critical reflexivity (thinking deeply about the impact of our assumptions, values, and actions on others) and will support you as you work towards your final systematic review module.

Your specialist field modules will develop confidence in your second field of practice and on successful completion you will be eligible to apply for registration with the NMC in both fields of nursing; a highly desirable feature of modern careers in nursing.

Please note should you exit the course prior to completion of year 4 you will be able to take an exit award (BSc (Hons)) and be eligible to apply for registration in your first field of practice.

For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.

For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.