MSc Nursing (Mental Health)
University of York
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MSc - Master of Science

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Nursing is a complex profession; youll need scientific knowledge, deep ethical understanding, and a strong moral compass.This Masters course draws on our world-leading research to create a unique mental curriculum. Youll learn in an environment which values scholarship, social awareness, and research.Through theoretical study, practical experience, and reflective discussion, youll hone your skills in mental health nursing. Well encourage you to develop an intellectual curiosity that will ...Read more

Nursing is a complex profession; you'll need scientific knowledge, deep ethical understanding, and a strong moral compass.

This Masters course draws on our world-leading research to create a unique mental curriculum. You'll learn in an environment which values scholarship, social awareness, and research.

Through theoretical study, practical experience, and reflective discussion, you'll hone your skills in mental health nursing. We'll encourage you to develop an intellectual curiosity that will support your development throughout your career.

You'll learn how to develop a therapeutic relationship with your clients and gain the skills you need to help people with mental health problems. You'll work with social workers, psychologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and doctors and have opportunities to engage with third sector and service user organisations.

You'll graduate ready to register as a highly skilled nurse, able to provide excellent mental health care. You'll be confident undertaking research and using evidence to develop nursing practice.

Accreditation

After completing this degree you'll be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, the professional regulatory body for nurses and midwives in the UK.

Careers and skills

Most of our students start their careers as Band 5 staff nurses in the NHS. Others go into employment in social care and independent sector organisations.

Career opportunities

  • Staff nurse
  • Clinical team leader
  • Trainee public health specialist nurse
  • Nursing consultant
  • Critical care nurse
  • Research nurse

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49/101
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Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent in a relevant subject. Applications are also welcomed from candidates with a 2:2 or equivalent and relevant work experience. Additional requirements: You should also hold GCSE English Language, Maths and Science at Grade 4 (C) or above, or an equivalent qualification. If you are unsure whether you meet this requirement, please get in touch and we will be able to discuss this with you.

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry. This is the year 1 fee. Fees for future years are subject to confirmation. Students on a Student Visa (formerly Tier 4 Visa) are not currently permitted to study part-time at York.

£28,800 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry. This is the year 1 fee. Fees for future years are subject to confirmation. Students on a Student Visa (formerly Tier 4 Visa) are not currently permitted to study part-time at York.

£28,800 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

The mentioned fee is 2024/25 entry, there may be slight increase in 2025/26 entry. This is the year 1 fee. Fees for future years are subject to confirmation. Students on a Student Visa (formerly Tier 4 Visa) are not currently permitted to study part-time at York.

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