Mental Health Nursing with a Health Care Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
University of Salford
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Peel Park Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Location

Peel Park Campus

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Start date

SEP-25

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4 Years

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The Health Care Foundation Year (Year One) introduces you to essential healthcare concepts and prepares you with the foundational skills needed for progression onto the full degree course (Years Two to Four).The full course trains you to provide care for people experiencing mental health problems in various settings, including the community, specialist hospitals, and health centres. Mental health nursing is a demanding yet rewarding profession that empowers you to help individuals gain greater ...Read more

The Health Care Foundation Year (Year One) introduces you to essential healthcare concepts and prepares you with the foundational skills needed for progression onto the full degree course (Years Two to Four).The full course trains you to provide care for people experiencing mental health problems in various settings, including the community, specialist hospitals, and health centres. Mental health nursing is a demanding yet rewarding profession that empowers you to help individuals gain greater control over their mental health.This programme will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work in diverse health and social care settings, promoting mental health and well-being. You will learn how to support individuals during acute phases of distress, work with those struggling with substance misuse or offending behaviour, and assist those with ongoing mental health conditions.50% of your studies will be conducted in clinical settings, including hospitals and community environments within the NHS and independent sectors, such as prison placements. These placements offer a supportive environment where you will work alongside experienced practice assessors and supervisors, gaining practical experience and developing your professional skills.In your third year, you may have the opportunity to undertake an international placement, providing you with the chance to experience mental health care outside the UK.At the University, you will be welcomed into a relaxed and friendly learning environment, with access to a range of facilities including formal teaching, group and one-to-one sessions, and a comfortable and enriching learning space.Upon successful completion of the programme, you will earn a degree that qualifies you for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
12/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
20th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
73rd
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 - 91 = 9% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
9%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
98%
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
D
Donald
09 Nov 23

The course is very well thought..Read more

J
Jack
02 Mar 23

Great teaching staff. Unfortunately too much of the content is still taught online, with seminars still with 100+ students at times. Skills rooms are brilliant, not as high tech..Read more

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80 Grades / Points required

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Popular A-level subjects

Mental Health Nursing

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

Psychology
46%
Sociology
25%
Biology
21%
Health & Social Care
18%
English Language
15%
HESA

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Donald
09 Nov 23
Nursing - Registered Nurse (Mental Health) BSc (Hons)
The course is very well thought...
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J
Jack
02 Mar 23
Nursing - Registered Nurse (Mental Health) BSc (Hons)
Great teaching staff. Unfortunately too much of the content is still taught online, with seminars still with 100+ students at times. Skills rooms are brilliant, not as high tech...
Read more
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