Program Overview

Pre-registration Mental Health Nursing MSc

Overview

This course prepares you to work as a registered nurse in the field of Mental Health Nursing and allows you to register with the NMC (an internationally recognised regulator for nursing).

Course Structure

• The course is available full-time at Wheeler, Chester.
• Duration: 2 years.
• Level: Postgraduate.
• UCAS Code: B7MM.
• Start date: September 2025, September 2026.
• Location: Wheeler, Chester.

Fees and Funding

• UK fees: £19,070 for the full course (2025/26).
• International fees: £15,000 per year (2025/26).
• Additional costs:
  • Books, printing, photocopying, educational stationery, and related materials.
  • Specialist clothing.
  • Travel to placements.
  • Optional field trips and software.
• Bursaries: The University of Chester supports fair access for students who may need additional support through a range of bursaries and scholarships.

Entry Requirements

• Home Students:
  • An honours degree (2:1).
  • Maths and English at GCSE C/4 or recognised level 2 equivalent.
  • Confirmation of 800 hours of appropriate health-related practice prior to entry.
• International Students:
  • An honours degree (2:2).
  • Maths and English at GCSE C/4 or recognised level 2 equivalent.
  • Confirmation of 800 hours of prior experiences of health and/or social care practice and a notional 300 hours of relevant theory within the last 5 years.
• English Language Requirements:
  • IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in all other bands).
  • OET B- in Speaking, Listening, Reading, and C in writing.
  • Degree completed in the UK with a 2:2.

Modules

• Numeracy Competency for Registration
• Practice Learning
• 21st Century Nurse
• Extended Project
• Practice Ready
• Practice Learning 3 Mental Health Nurse
• Applied Sciences in Mental Health Field
• Person Centred Field Nursing (Mental Health)

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching includes lectures, seminars, simulation, tutorials, and technology-enhanced learning.
• Assessment is through coursework and exams.
• Learning occurs in both University and clinical practice.

Career Opportunities

• This course prepares you to work as a registered nurse in the field of Mental Health Nursing.
• You will be able to work in a range of healthcare settings as a Band 5 nurse.
• The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service that provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences.

Facilities

• City centre location
• Health and Social Care simulation suite
• On-site library
• Social spaces

Related Courses

• Pre-registration Adult Nursing MSc