Program Overview

Nursing Dual Award (Adult and Mental Health) MSci

Overview

The Nursing Dual Award (Adult and Mental Health) MSci is a four-year, full-time course that enables students to achieve a Master's level award alongside NMC registration in two fields of practice as a dual award. This course is designed for students who do not have a prior degree and want to pursue a career in nursing.

Course Description

This course is a holistic learning experience that enables students to become emotionally resilient and transformational Registered Nurses of the future. Students will complete a range of modules to develop the fundamental knowledge and skills for safe, effective nursing practice, where the interests of people using or needing nursing services are put first.

Study Options

• Full-time: 4 years
• UK fee: £9,535 per year (2025/26)
• International fee: £16,900 per year (2025/26)
• UCAS points: 128 (September 2025 entry)
• UCAS code: B705
• Start date: September
• Location: Kedleston Road, Derby Campus

Why Study Nursing Dual Award (Adult and Mental Health) at Derby?

• Our nursing programs are approved against the NMC's Future nurse: Standards of Proficiency for Registered Nurses.
• Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible to apply for dual award registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Gain essential practical experience on a range of placements in different healthcare and community settings.
• Benefit from some of the best university facilities of their kind, including our clinical skills suite and our state-of-the-art immersive suite.
• Learn from a highly experienced, enthusiastic, and research-active team who provide full support to help you achieve your ambitions.
• You could be eligible for the NHS Learning Support Fund, which, if you are eligible, could provide a grant for training, childcare costs, and traveling to placements.

What You Will Study

• Year 1
• Year 2
• Year 3
• Year 4

Core modules:

• Introduction to Nursing
• Health Sciences for Nursing Practice (Adult)
• Person-centered Nursing Care for Health & Wellbeing (Adult)

How You Will Learn

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Workshops
• Simulated practice activities
• Practice learning (50% of the overall program)

Assessment

• Diverse range of authentic assessments
• Assessments are aligned to module learning outcomes and support students to build academic skill and professional development
• Assessment feedback and feedforward mechanisms encourage dialogue, provide action plans, and utilize academic, student, and practice support staff where required

Careers

• On completion of the program, students are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council in their field of practice
• A variety of careers and career pathways are open to Registered Nurses, including hospitals, community services, primary care services, mental health services, children's services, learning disability services, general practice, and private, voluntary, and independent services across the NHS or other health and care organizations

Entry Requirements

• UCAS points: 128
• A Level: ABB
• T Level: Merit
• BTEC: DDM
• GCSE: Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
• Health or care experience that demonstrates insight into the professional values and behaviors associated with health and care environments is desirable

Fees and Funding

• UK fee: £9,535 per year (2025/26)
• International fee: £16,900 per year (2025/26)
• Additional costs and optional extras:
  • Suitable shoes that comply with uniform policy (approx. £40)
  • Travel to and from university base
  • Textbooks to supplement anything available through the library (various prices depending on the content)
  • Printing costs of course materials if a hard copy is desired
  • Students may opt to engage in international trips and activities that are not fully funded, though bursaries may be available
  • Optional outings and trips will also require self-funding
  • Professional NMC membership required to practice

How to Apply

• UK students: Apply through UCAS or directly to the University
• International students: Apply through the University's online application portal or through a trusted local representative

Additional Information

• Teaching hours: Extended teaching hours, with contact time with lecturers and tutors between 9 am and 9 pm
• Course updates: The information provided on this page is correct at the time of publication, but course content, costs, and other individual course details do change from time to time
• Minimum numbers: This course is subject to minimum numbers in order to run

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