MSc Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
Northumbria University, Newcastle
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This two-year Masters will allow graduates from any undergraduate subject to build on their experience in a caring role, and graduate with NMC Registration. Studying within the requirements of the new NMC standards means that you will be prepared for rapid career progression in mental health nursing, especially when combined with the high-level attributes that you will acquire as a Northumbria postgraduate.You will study partially at our Coach Lane Campus, and partially on placement, with both ...Read more

This two-year Masters will allow graduates from any undergraduate subject to build on their experience in a caring role, and graduate with NMC Registration. Studying within the requirements of the new NMC standards means that you will be prepared for rapid career progression in mental health nursing, especially when combined with the high-level attributes that you will acquire as a Northumbria postgraduate.You will study partially at our Coach Lane Campus, and partially on placement, with both strands running alongside each other to give you an integrated approach to theory and practice. You will study within the standard university semester system, allowing time during the Easter and summer breaks for additional projects and internships – or simply a well-earned rest.This programme will equip you to be curious, creative and collaborative in your care. It will allow your compassion to thrive within an evidence-based approach. And it will enable you to make a genuine impact on the mental health and wellbeing of your clients and patients.

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15/279
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9th
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37th
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Ruby
18 Feb 26

What’s great so far: I’ve really appreciated the supportive learning environment at the university. The facilities, particularly the library and online learning resources, have..Read more

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Leah
02 Feb 26

Campus being built closer to city centre so can’t complain. Learning opportunities are good and placement areas are well sorted...Read more

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Applicants should normally have: A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in any subject, and GCSEs at Grade 4 (Grade C) or above in English Language and Mathematics. Other subject qualifications, equivalent professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants will be required to attend an interview. Following interview, applicants will be asked to complete an RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) document to provide evidence of undertaking a minimum of 500 hours of occupational or voluntary work, and a minimum of 700 hours of appropriate theoretical learning and understanding, which can be evidenced from a previous degree and practice. Admission is subject to a suitable DBS Enhanced Certificate and a satisfactory health check. Applicants must meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council's suitability for registration requirements.

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£4,895 per year

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£9,925 per year

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£9,925 per year

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Ruby
18 Feb 26
Nursing Science, Registered Nurse (Adult)
What’s great so far: I’ve really appreciated the supportive learning environment at the university. The facilities, particularly the library and online learning resources, have...
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Leah
02 Feb 26
MSc Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Adult)
Campus being built closer to city centre so can’t complain. Learning opportunities are good and placement areas are well sorted....
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Northumbria University, Newcastle
Northumbria University, Newcastle , Newcastle upon Tyne

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