Program Overview

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

Course Description

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, a Mental Health Nursing degree is for you.

Study Options

• Full-time: 4 years

UK Fee

• £9,535 per year (2025/26)

International Fee

• £16,900 per year (2025/26)

UCAS Points

• 80 (September 2025 entry)

UCAS Code

• B78F

Start Date

• September

Location

• Kedleston Road, Derby Campus

Course Details

Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology

This module will provide students with a theoretical understanding of physiology and anatomy of the relevant body systems. Fundamental anatomical and physiological concepts will be explored for a range of body systems in relation to what these systems consist of and how they function.

Preparation for Professional Practice

Skills for Interprofessional Practice

Study Skills

English

Mathematics

Communication Skills

Introduction to a Recovery Model for Mental Health

Public Health Principles

Careers

We offer full support to help you achieve your career goals, including guidance on applications, CVs and interview techniques. Employers from the NHS, private sector, army, navy and RAF are among the many organisations who attend our annual career fairs as part of their recruitment drives.

Entry Requirements

2025 Entry

• UCAS points: 80
• A Level: CDD
• T Level: Pass (C or above in the core)
• BTEC: MMP
• GCSE: Maths and English are preferred, however, if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Maths and English at Level 2 as part of your course of study
• Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 0, Merit: 30, Pass: 15
• English language requirements: IELTS: 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each skills area)

Additional Entry Requirements

• Interview: Yes
• An Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service certificate cleared by the University is required for this course.
• An Occupational Health Assessment and Clearance by the University is required for this course.

Fees and Funding

2025/26

• UK: £9,535 per year (full-time)
• International: £16,900 per year (full-time)

Additional Costs and Optional Extras

• Travel and accommodation expenses associated with placements are to be met.
• Uniforms
• Markers, name badges and ID holders
• DBS Check
• Occupational Health Check
• Mandatory vaccinations training
• Suitable footwear for skills sessions and placements approx. £40

How to Apply

Please look at our application deadlines before you apply.

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught Deadlines

• If your course operates a gathered field or pooled admissions process there may be an earlier application date. Please check your individual course page for further details.

UK Students

• If you are in Year 13 and applying for a full-time undergraduate course (including our joint honours courses), we recommend that you apply through UCAS.

International Students

• The quickest and easiest way to apply is through our online application portal.

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