Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing (Mental Health)
University of South Wales
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Glyntaff Campus

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Full Time

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SEP-26

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2 Years

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Postgraduate Diploma

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Glyntaff Campus

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Course info

This course provides a 2-year route to nurse registration for those who already possess an undergraduate honours degree and have practical experience in health and/or social care. The course is validated by the Nursing & Midwifery Council and upon completion of the course students are able to apply for registration with the NMC.

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WUSCA ranking:
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83/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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45th
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77th
What students say
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Alana
31 Jan 26

Exactly the atmosphere of the place. Wales is a very beautiful place to..Read more

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Laura
26 Nov 25

Really great help for students, so many options and way to gain access to help..Read more

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree with a classification of 2:1 or higher. Employed in a relevant health or social care environment for more than 6 months, which requires verification from a registered healthcare professional. Ability to demonstrate the capability in numeracy, literacy, and digital and technological literacy to meet the course learning outcomes.

Tuition fees

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Domestic

£7,373 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 bursary is for £500 to support students with travel and living costs

£11,934 per year

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Students from International

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

The bursary is for £500 to support students with travel and living costs

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Alana
31 Jan 26
Nursing (Adult) April Entry
Exactly the atmosphere of the place. Wales is a very beautiful place to...
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Laura
26 Nov 25
Nursing (Adult) September Entry
Really great help for students, so many options and way to gain access to help...
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Uni info

University of South Wales
Cemetery Rd Pontypridd Cardiff CF37 4BD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Treforest  0.2 miles away
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