Nursing (Child and Mental Health) MN
University of Southampton
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Master of Nursing - MN

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Main Site - Highfield Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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Master of Nursing - MN

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Main Site - Highfield Campus

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Become a nurse with MNurs Nursing (Child and Mental Health) at the University of Southampton, a course ranked 2nd in the UK and 6th in the world (QS World Rankings by Subject 2023), to shape the future of healthcare and be there when it matters.On your four-year integrated masters you will learn how to improve the quality of life for young service users and patients with complex mental health issue. This programme will also prepare you to work in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services ...Read more

Become a nurse with MNurs Nursing (Child and Mental Health) at the University of Southampton, a course ranked 2nd in the UK and 6th in the world (QS World Rankings by Subject 2023), to shape the future of healthcare and be there when it matters.On your four-year integrated masters you will learn how to improve the quality of life for young service users and patients with complex mental health issue. This programme will also prepare you to work in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) through an extensive range of placements, simulated practice in our specialist facilities, and clinical skills teaching by world-class educators and practitioners.You will graduate from this course with the chance to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Nurse (Child) and as a Registered Nurse (Mental Health).

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
83/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
13th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
20th
Children's 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 - 94 = 6% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
6%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
99%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Children's Nursing graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Children's Nursing graduate salary
£22,000
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 - 89 = 11% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
11%
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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Courtney
28 Oct 24

Good library, student support from well being Lectures still mixed online which is annoying..Read more

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Evelyb
28 Oct 24

I like being part of a society! Sometime lectures can be intense and overwhelming..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Access to HE Diploma:

D:33,M:9 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,M2,M2 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

A Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H1,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF):

DD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF):

DDM Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

D Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF):

D Grades / Points required

T Level:

D Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

B Grades / Points required

Preferably including a science or social science subject. A pass in science practical required if applicable.

We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject).Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4.

Pass science based Access to HE with 60 credits overall, and with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 33 must be at Distinction and 9 credits at Merit.way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.

Preferably including a science or social science subject.

A Level students also taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will be made an alternative offer of A Level grades BBB preferably including a science or social science subject plus grade A in the EPQ. A pass in the science practical is required where applicable.

Pass with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level, preferably including a science or social science subjectInternational Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP):The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered. Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.

Preferably a science or social science. Ordinary Level English and Maths at O4 or higher required.

DD from BTEC Diploma and grade B from A-level subject

DDM in Health Studies or Science

DD from National Diploma and grade B in A-level subject

D from National Extended Certificate and grades AB from two A-level subjects

DDM in Health Studies or Science

D from BTEC Subsidiary Diploma and grades AB in two A-level subjects

Health or Healthcare Science – An overall distinction with grade B in the core element

AB from two A levels (preferably including a science or social science subject) and Grade B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate.

Popular A-level subjects

Children's Nursing

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

Biology
49%
Psychology
46%
Sociology
20%
Chemistry
19%
History
16%
HESA
Mental Health Nursing

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

Biology
49%
Psychology
46%
Sociology
20%
Chemistry
19%
History
16%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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

£9,250 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.

£9,250 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.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
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.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
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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Courtney
28 Oct 24
Nursing (Child and Mental Health) MN
Good library, student support from well being Lectures still mixed online which is annoying...
Read more
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Evelyb
28 Oct 24
Nursing (Child and Mental Health) MN
I like being part of a society! Sometime lectures can be intense and overwhelming...
Read more
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University of Southampton
University of Southampton , Southampton

The University of Southampton is a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group, internationally renowned for its education...

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University of Southampton
Highfield Southampton Hampshire SO17 1BJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: St Denys  0.6 miles away

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