PGDip Mental Health Nursing at University of Wolverhampton

Programme overview

One-year full-time postgraduate diploma for existing NMC-registered nurses to gain a second registration in mental health nursing, split 50% in clinical practice and 50% in university study. Graduates can apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Registered Nurse in mental health nursing.

Department: School of Nursing and Midwifery | Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: 13 September 2027 | Location: Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Four core modules: Advancing Evidence-Based Decision Making in Mental Health Nursing (20 credits); Advancing Skills for Safe and Effective Mental Health Nursing Practice (20 credits); Healthcare Improvement and Patient Safety in Mental Health Nursing (40 credits); Preparing For Your Transition To Mental Health Nurse (40 credits).

Career pathways

Registered nurse in mental health nursing in NHS trusts, private organisations and community settings; routes into clinical practice, management, research, education or work abroad.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must be a registered nurse on Part 1 of the NMC register post 2011, or pre 2011 with an honours degree at 2:2 or above, with GCSE grade C/4 or above in an English-based subject and Mathematics or equivalent (Key Skills Level 2, Learn Direct Level 2 or Functional Skills Level 2; GCSE short courses are not accepted). Applicants must show digital and technological literacy, and provide a satisfactory personal statement and an academic or employer reference. Applicants meeting the criteria may be shortlisted for a values-based selection process, then require a DBS check and occupational health clearance. Applicants who previously studied a professional course elsewhere must provide an academic reference from that institution. Applicants requiring a student visa, or on a Skilled Worker visa or dependants of one, are not eligible.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Home fee, full-time, September intake; applies to new entrants only Source

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2026/27). International fee, full-time, September intake; applies to new entrants only Source

Intake: 13 September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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