MSc Pre-registration Nursing (Mental Health)
University of Plymouth
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About the courseNursing is one of the most varied and challenging careers anyone can undertake. Nursing is frequently described as exciting and fulfilling; no two days are the same. Our MSc is your entry route through to nurse registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a nurse in the mental health field. Graduates in any discipline with recent health care experience can apply for our two year programme.Key features- Experience a programme that teaches contemporary and innovative ...Read more

About the course

Nursing is one of the most varied and challenging careers anyone can undertake. Nursing is frequently described as exciting and fulfilling; no two days are the same. Our MSc is your entry route through to nurse registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a nurse in the mental health field. Graduates in any discipline with recent health care experience can apply for our two year programme.

Key features

- Experience a programme that teaches contemporary and innovative mental health practice.
- Focus on developing your interpersonal skills and the importance of building therapeutic relationships.
- Equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to graduate with professional status as a registered mental health nurse.
- Qualify with outstanding employment opportunities in a profession that offers excellent career progression.
- Experience clinical placements across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset, designed to maximise your range of experiences and clinical skills.
- Dedicated master’s level seminar and tutorial support time. Built around critical reflexivity (thinking deeply about the impact of our assumptions, values, and actions on others). The programme cumulates in a 40 credit systematic review module that prepares you to perform as a capable and autonomous practitioner, fit for registration in the mental health field of nursing practice.

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WUSCA ranking:
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70/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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20th
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
65th
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Chloe
21 Nov 24

I love the locality of the university, it is central to everything and has beautiful surroundings. The feel and vibe on campus is great and I feel safe when I am..Read more

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Elliot
20 Nov 24

The university is at a perfect location, right in the heart of Plymouth. Everything is available right in the city centre. Staff and lecturers are readily available to..Read more

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Entry requirements

You will normally have a first degree (BSc (Hons)) at 2:2 or above in any discipline; 750 relevant clinical practice hours gained within the last 5 years, working in health related environments, for example hospitals, GP surgeries, hospices, and other community settings (subject to APEL/RPL); 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above to include Mathematics, English, and Science. Please note the institution will also consider Functional Skills Level 2 (Numeracy) as an equivalent qualification to the GCSE Mathematics qualification. In addition to the above, evidence of academic study within the last five years is required. -Please note we do not accept Key Skills or Functional Skills Level 2 in place of GCSE English; Admissions test; Two short interviews at an interview day; Criminal records check (DBS) and Health check.

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£9,250 per year

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£19,550 per year

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£19,550 per year

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Chloe
21 Nov 24
Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons)
I love the locality of the university, it is central to everything and has beautiful surroundings. The feel and vibe on campus is great and I feel safe when I am...
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Elliot
20 Nov 24
Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons)
The university is at a perfect location, right in the heart of Plymouth. Everything is available right in the city centre. Staff and lecturers are readily available to...
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The University of Plymouth’s campus is centrally located within Britain’s Ocean City, perched on the south western coast of Devon...

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