BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) (Part-time) at Swansea University

Part-time four-year BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing aimed at current Healthcare Support Workers, giving the knowledge and skills to care for people with mental ill-health and support their families. Clinical placements are in NHS and independent sector hospital and community settings across south west Wales.

Faculty: School of Health and Social Care  |  Department: School of Health and Social Care  |  Duration: 4 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2026; September 2027  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Mental Health nursing modules including Introduction to Nursing and Health Care, Understanding Health and Illness, Contexts of Care, Acute Care, Palliative Care for People Living with Long-Term Conditions, Ensuring Quality Care, Care of the Service User with Complex Needs, Advancing Nursing Practice and Preparation for Professional Practice (all Mental Health), alongside a practice and theory hours requirement.

Career pathways

Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and to register for work in the EU and EEA; careers span direct patient care, advanced clinical roles, leadership, education and research. Welsh-funded students commit to working in Wales for up to two years after registration.

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