BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing at Buckinghamshire New University

Entry requirements

A typical offer will require a UCAS tariff score of: 112 - 136 (Full-time) or 48 - 88 (Foundation Year) UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application. The requirements for this course are equivalent to: A level grades at BBC or above BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at DMM International Baccalaureate at 30 points FETAC / QQI 5 Distinctions in health care-related subjects Access to HE Diploma in Nursing qualification T levels: Minimum Merit overall in Health pathway subject (Health, Healthcare Science, Midwifery and Science) You will also need 5 GCSE’s including Maths, English and Science at grade 4/C or above or equivalent. All applicants should be able to demonstrate evidence of academic study within the last five years and Health Care experience is an advantage but not essential. Foundation Year Our BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing course is also offered as a four-year programme in September, including an initial Foundation Year. Studying at our High Wycombe campus, the foundation year will allow you to develop your academic study skills and build confidence in your abilities, identifying your own strengths and development needs for progression onto the undergraduate programme. If you are looking to apply for the Foundation Year, you will need to have GCSE grade C or grade 4 or equivalent in Maths and English. Professional checks Professional checks (DBS, Occupational Health, and character and suitability) are not required when you join the Foundation Year. They are only required when you move into Year 1, and you must pass these checks to progress. English language requirements For those whose first language is not English, there is a requirement to demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English through application and interview. An IELTS score of 7.0 overall with no section below 6.5 or an equivalent is also required. Find out more on our general entry requirements page. Using an NMC-approved pre-registration qualification If you have completed an NMC-approved pre-registration nurse, midwife or nursing associate programme, we will accept this as evidence that you have the necessary knowledge of English. Interviews As well as meeting the stated academic requirements, shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an online interview (Subject to current Government Guidelines) as part of the selection process to ensure that your values match those of the NHS Constitution. All offers are subject to Academic, satisfactory Occupational Health and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) APL is an opportunity for prospective students to gain credits for their previous study. It avoids you having to duplicate your previous learning, whilst ensuring students have attained the learning outcomes appropriate to their awards. You might be considered for APL if you have successfully completed any of the following programme in the last 5 years. Please refer to our Credit Accumulation pages for further guidance. FDSc Nursing Associate with NMC Accreditation (Apprenticeship or UCAS entry route) FDSc Assistant Practitioner (Apprenticeship or Direct entry route) UCAS code B761.