Nursing (Mental Health) - NA
Anglia Ruskin University

Student rating

(4.2)

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Different course options

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UNISTATS, UCAS

Qualification

Graduate Diploma - Grad Dip

Location

Cambridge Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

Sep 2026

Duration

1 Year

Course info

Gain specialist mental health nursing skills and NMC registration in an additional field of practice with our one-year Graduate Diploma. Build on your existing nursing degree by gaining the particular knowledge and skills required of mental health nurses. You’ll learn in the classroom and through hands-on placements, covering causes and interventions; the experiences of people from different demographics and backgrounds; and biological, psychological and social factors that can impact on mental health. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to practice as a registered mental health nurse.

Why ARU?

- Gain clinical experience with placements in diverse mental health settings. - Learn from professionals with backgrounds in mental health nursing. - Train in cutting-edge simulation suites and clinical skills labs. - Study an NMC-approved course that ensures professional standards.

Key stats

WUSCA Student ranking

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Complete University Guide Nursing ranking

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UNISTATS, UCAS

What students say

Tawanna

Anglia Ruskin University

Nursing (Mental Health) - NA

I find my university a great place to study because they have so much systems in place to help and support students through university life. So far I can’t find any fault because I have access to so much learning materials and support with wellbeing.

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gabriele zubarevaite

Anglia Ruskin University

Nursing (Mental Health) - NA

For improvements I believe when student needs to contact their tutors or anyone else on campus it’s very difficult to communicate when need help or support with academic matters

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Student Reviewer

Anglia Ruskin University

Nursing (Mental Health) - NA

My main downsides are room changes as we’re having to back and forth with tapping in the original room and then going to the room we’re actually in. Also getting to uni on time but this is more due to the train times and having a short window to walk from the station which leads to paying for a taxi to make it in time.

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Bartholomew Nwoke

Anglia Ruskin University

Nursing (Mental Health) - NA

Freedom to explore: Whether it’s diving into niche subjects or discovering new parts of yourself, uni is often the first real taste of independence. - Friendships that stick: Some of the most enduring bonds are forged over shared stress, laughter, and caffeine-fuelled cramming. - Personal growth: You’re constantly challenged—academically, socially, emotionally. It’s a crash course in becoming who you are. - Opportunities galore: Societies, internships, study abroad, research projects—if you’re game, uni can be a launchpad. Worst aspects (the less glamorous side): - Financial strain: Between tuition fees, rent, and living costs, money stress is real and relentless. - Academic pressure: Deadlines, exams, imposter syndrome—it can feel like a never-ending treadmill. - Loneliness: Despite being surrounded by people, many students struggle with isolation, especially in the first year. - Uncertainty: The looming “what next?” after graduation can be daunting, especially in a competitive job market.

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Usman Zafar

Anglia Ruskin University

Nursing (Mental Health) - NA

It’s a perfect university with all the features a student need . Only thing I would say there is a parking issue and I would be really happy if uni can provide parking space at a discounted rate

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Modules

Modules (Year 1)

Assessment in Mental Health Nursing

Developing Approaches to Planning Care in Mental Health Nursing

Contemporary Mental Health Nursing Practice 3

Reviewing and Evaluating Mental Health Nursing Care

Therapeutic Interventions in Mental Health Nursing

Into ARU

DATA SOURCE:

UCAS/IDP Connect

Tuition fees

Student living

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Students from

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UCAS / IDP Connect

Latest reviews

How University rating students rated:

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Overall rating

4.2

5 stars

40%

4 stars

39%

3 stars

15%

2 stars

1 star

Latest Children's Nursing reviews

Children's Nursing

Student Reviewer

Anglia Ruskin University

Reviewed: 01/02/24

Nursing (Mental Health) - NA

Really good facilities except not much seating area at young street. Most lunchtimes we are having to find floor space to sit and each lunch as it gets very busy. Especially when in the skills labs. otherwise we would usually stay in the classroom to eat. Not dived into the student life due to not living on campus. Nursing involves shift work for placement so unable to commit to clubs etc. I don't feel as if I can comment on students union either because of this. During induction someone from students union came to speak to us to ensure we knew what was on offer so that was great. Lots of information online too. Not had a chance to explore all facilities available. We are at young street all the time when not online so access to resources are limited. We then rely on online sources more. This limits the contact with people and can make it feel lonely rather than being able to access support at that time. Great location. Lots around and easy to get to with the park and ride or parking apps. Support has been amazing from university so far. Particularly the disability support team have been phenomenal in making student life as easier as possible. Lecturers have been willing to listen and help or point me in the right direction if needed.

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