Mental Health Nursing BN (Hons)
Bangor University
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Bachelor of Nursing (with Honours) - BN (Hons)

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Wrexham

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Bachelor of Nursing (with Honours) - BN (Hons)

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Wrexham

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Bachelor of Nursing (with Honours) - BN (Hons)

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23-SEP-24

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MAR-24

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Nursing (with Honours) - BN (Hons)

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MAR-25

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3 Years

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Mental health (MH) student nurses learn about working with people of all ages experiencing a range of mental health issues in a variety of settings, addressing not only their mental health but also their physical, social and spiritual needs. MH Nurses work in a variety of settings which are reflected in the clinical placement opportunities which include child and adolescent MH, adult MH in hospital, prison and forensic services, therapeutic substance misuse services and nursing homes.Mental ...Read more

Mental health (MH) student nurses learn about working with people of all ages experiencing a range of mental health issues in a variety of settings, addressing not only their mental health but also their physical, social and spiritual needs. MH Nurses work in a variety of settings which are reflected in the clinical placement opportunities which include child and adolescent MH, adult MH in hospital, prison and forensic services, therapeutic substance misuse services and nursing homes.Mental health nursing at Bangor will lead you to an exciting and rewarding, though demanding, career as a mental health nurse. The course will enable you to develop your career working with people of all ages who are facing physical and mental health challenges, or living with learning disabilities, who need professional mental health nursing care.You can experience a very wide range of community- and inpatient-based clinical practice placements across north Wales as a mental health nursing student, which could include:- Child and adolescent mental health services in the community and residential setting.- Mental health hospital care for adults and older people with 24-hour needs.- Multidisciplinary community mental health teams for adults and older people.- Prison and forensic medium secure hospital services with links to the criminal justice service.- Home treatment, rehabilitation and step-down recovery services.- Perinatal mental health services.- Memory services.- Liaison mental health services.- Therapeutic substance misuse, peer support and detoxification services.- Interprofessional Independent hospitals and nursing homes. This course offers the opportunity to gain a degree and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.This 3-year undergraduate programme is made up of interprofessional modules and field specific mental health modules that equate 120 credits per year.Bangor accepts applications for nursing courses throughout the year, while places are still available. As some pathways do become full we recommend applications are submitted as soon as possible.


Flexibility in where you study

You will be able to use the comprehensive range of facilities for all students at our campuses at both Bangor and Wrexham, and regional learning hubs are being established giving you real flexibility in how and where you learn.

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WUSCA ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
8/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
19th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
52nd
Mental Health Nursing
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
100%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Mental Health Nursing graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Mental Health Nursing graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
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Nchabu
03 Jan 23

They are always willing to help the students and they have good reputation in providing , best academic knowledge..Read more

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Hannah
11 Mar 22

Everyone is so helpful and supportive no matter how big or small the issue is. My personal tutor has gone above and beyond to ensure my wellbeing comes first and that the support..Read more

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For entry onto the first year of our 3 or 4 year undergraduate / Bachelor degree programmes, we ask for a school leaving qualification which is equivalent to the British school leaving qualification, (A-levels). For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests IELTS and IELTS Indicator (International English Language Testing System – academic version) with 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5, and they are listed on our?International Entry Requirements page.

For entry onto the first year of our 3 or 4 year undergraduate / Bachelor degree programmes, we ask for a school leaving qualification which is equivalent to the British school leaving qualification, (International Baccalaureate). For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests IELTS and IELTS Indicator (International English Language Testing System – academic version) with 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5, and they are listed on our?International Entry Requirements page.

Popular A-level subjects

Mental Health Nursing

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

English Literature
24%
Psychology
22%
Religious Studies & Theology
21%
History
19%
Sociology
18%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,000 per year

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Students from England

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£9,000 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,000 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,000 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,000 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

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Nchabu
03 Jan 23
Mental Health Nursing BN (Hons)
They are always willing to help the students and they have good reputation in providing , best academic knowledge...
Read more
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Hannah
11 Mar 22
Mental Health Nursing BN (Hons)
Everyone is so helpful and supportive no matter how big or small the issue is. My personal tutor has gone above and beyond to ensure my wellbeing comes first and that the support...
Read more
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Bangor University
Archimedes Centre Croesnewydd Road Wrexham LL13 7YP United Kingdom
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