Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons) at De Montfort University

Programme overview

Combine theoretical study with clinical experience within the NHS, independent and voluntary sectors, to prepare for a rewarding career in mental health nursing. Mental health nurses have a key role to play in healthcare by supporting and managing mental health, wellbeing and recovery.

What you will study

Modules include Practice experience 1, Foundations of Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology in Nursing, Influences on Wellbeing, Foundations of Field of Practise, Practice experience 2, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Primary Care – Patient Journey 1, Acute Care – Patient Journey 2, Practice experience 3, Critical Inquiry and Research proposal, Leadership and Service Improvement, Managing Complexities in Nursing Practice.

Career pathways

Upon successfully completing the course nursing graduates are eligible to apply for NMC registration and can apply to work on a variety of roles throughout the NHS, charitable and private healthcare sectors. Registered nurses can start on a salary of £32,073 (NHS nurse band 5 pay scale - correct as of April 2026).

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS points: 112; we do not accept UCAS points achieved through music exams; A Level: BBC; from two or more A levels, including at least two subjects at C or above. We do not accept an A Level in General Studies in your top three grades; BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM; normally in Health and Social Care or Applied Science; T Levels: Merit in Health overall; Access to HE: Pass in Access to HE in either Nursing and Midwifery, Science, or Health Professions with credits totalling a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points; The access course must have a minimum of 12 science credits (biology, chemistry or physics). If not candidates must have GCSE Science at grade C/4 or above; GCSE English and Maths or functional skills level 2 qualifications in English and Maths are required; International Baccalaureate (IB): 26+; GCSEs: 5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths. Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English are accepted; If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 7.0 overall and 7.0 in all components except writing which should be 6.5 or higher is required. UCAS code B701.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee; UK/home rate Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee; EU and international rate Source

Intake: September

Duration: Three years full-time (45 week year)

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/unis/6d06ed34/de-montfort-university

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