BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) at University of Derby

Programme overview

Mental health problems currently affect one in four of the UK population. If you’re caring and compassionate, with exceptional communication skills and a real passion for helping people, this degree is for you.

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Introduction to Nursing, Health Sciences for Nursing Practice (Mental Health), Person centred Nursing Care for Health & Wellbeing (Mental Health). Year 2 core modules: Research for Health and Wellbeing, Pharmacological and Psychosocial Interventions (Mental Health), Developing Nursing Practice (Mental Health). Year 3 core modules: Leadership for Nursing Practice (Mental Health), Innovation and Improvement in Nursing Practice (Mental Health), Transition to Autonomous Practice (Mental Health).

Career pathways

On successful completion of this degree, you’ll be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and go into practice as a qualified mental health nurse, as long as you meet the NMC’s requirements . With a national shortage of nurses nationwide, you will discover a wide range of career opportunities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

September 2026 entry: UCAS points: 120; A Level: BBB; T Level: Merit; BTEC: DDM; GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification; Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with the equivalent of 120 UCAS points.; English language requirements: IELTS: 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each skills area)

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September, See below

Duration: Full-time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/courses/details?coursePrimaryId=db100edf-17fa-752e-9676-f558b88db039

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