Program Overview

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) with Foundation Year

The BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) with Foundation Year is a four-year undergraduate degree that combines a health foundation year with a full Honours degree in Mental Health Nursing. This innovative and hands-on degree is designed to teach students how to support people with different mental health problems, in various settings, making them adaptable and person-centred practitioners.

Overview

The course begins with a health foundation year, where students learn key concepts and principles in health and social care. This foundation year allows students to begin their qualification without meeting the traditional level 3 entry requirements, gaining essential skills required to succeed in degree-level education. Upon completion of the foundation year, students progress to the Mental Health Nursing degree, which focuses on developing the skills and knowledge necessary to become a confident, person-centred practitioner.

What You'll Learn

• Support people experiencing a range of mental health conditions with compassion and professionalism.
• Develop therapeutic communication skills to build trust and promote recovery.
• Practise nursing skills safely through simulation, virtual reality, and placements.
• Apply evidence-based approaches to mental health care in different settings.
• Collaborate with other nursing students before specialising.

Entry Requirements

UK and International

• Total Points required: 64
• Accepted qualifications include:
  • A Levels: DDE
  • BTEC: MPP
  • Access: Pass 45 Credits
  • International Baccalaureate: TBC
• Offers of a place can only be made after a successful interview and are subject to a satisfactory reference, health clearance, and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Module Information

The course features a range of core and optional modules designed to ensure students are work-ready upon graduation. Modules include:

• Fostering Social Connections
• The Big Question
• Skills and Knowledge for Health and Social Care 1
• Skills and Knowledge for Health and Social Care 2

How You'll Learn

• Teaching and learning: Nursing is a full-time course with a combination of theoretical learning and practice.
• Independent study: Students are expected to carry out independent learning while completing academic modules and during placements.
• Clinical placements: Placements are varied to ensure students achieve the Nursing and Midwifery Council requirements for registration.
• Academic support: Students are allocated a personal academic tutor and have access to other support services within the University.

How You'll Be Assessed

Assessment methods include coursework, exams, presentations, and practice assessment using the ePAD online system.

Your Future Career

On successful completion of the course, students are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and become a registered nurse within the field of mental health nursing. Career opportunities include working in clinical practice, management, education, research, or using skills in the armed forces.

Fees

• The 2026/27 annual tuition fees for this course are:
  • UK: ｣9,790 (Foundation Year), ｣10,050 (years 1-3)
  • Overseas: ｣17,000
• Additional costs and funding information are available, including the NHS Learning Support Fund and the CCCU Advantage Package.

Professional Accreditation

The course is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and upon completion, students are eligible to register as a Registered Mental Health Nurse.

Industry Links

The course is designed in partnership with local health and social care providers and service users to ensure it meets contemporary healthcare needs. Practice placements are an integral part of the course, providing students with experience in a wide variety of settings.