Skip navigation
Mental Health Nursing with a Health Care Foundation Year at University of Salford - UCAS

University of Salford

Degree level: Undergraduate

Mental Health Nursing with a Health Care Foundation Year

Course options

Course summary

The Health Care Foundation Year (Year One) introduces you to essential healthcare concepts and prepares you with the foundational skills needed for progression onto the full degree course (Years Two to Four). The full course trains you to provide care for people experiencing mental health problems in various settings, including the community, specialist hospitals, and health centres. Mental health nursing is a demanding yet rewarding profession that empowers you to help individuals gain greater control over their mental health. This programme will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work in diverse health and social care settings, promoting mental health and well-being. You will learn how to support individuals during acute phases of distress, work with those struggling with substance misuse or offending behaviour, and assist those with ongoing mental health conditions. 50% of your studies will be conducted in clinical settings, including hospitals and community environments within the NHS and independent sectors, such as prison placements. These placements offer a supportive environment where you will work alongside experienced practice assessors and supervisors, gaining practical experience and developing your professional skills. In your third year, you may have the opportunity to undertake an international placement, providing you with the chance to experience mental health care outside the UK. At the University, you will be welcomed into a relaxed and friendly learning environment, with access to a range of facilities including formal teaching, group and one-to-one sessions, and a comfortable and enriching learning space. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will earn a degree that qualifies you for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Modules

  • Foundation Year: Foundations of Mental and Physical Health, Introduction to Applied Sciences, Introduction to Exploring Evidence, University Life, and Working in Healthcare Settings.
  • Year one: Foundations of Integrated Nursing Practice, Introduction to Mental Health Nursing, Transdisciplinary Science, Voices and Choices.
  • Year two: Developing Mental Health Nursing, Exploring Care Intervention and Evidence, Exploring the Fundamentals of Integrated Nursing Practice, Mental Health Field Specific Care Needs.
- Year three: Being an Autonomous Mental Health Practitioner, Being an Inspiring Mental Health Practitioner, Leading and Empowering in Integrated Nursing Practice, Leading Mental Health Nursing.

Assessment method

You will be assessed during the foundation year through written essays, a written portfolio, written exams, and a coursework presentation.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
B763
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

International applicants

This course is not suitable for international students. If you are an international student and interested in a foundation year study pathway, the University of Salford website has details of the International Foundation Year.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
86%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
92%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Mental Health Nursing with a Health Care Foundation Year at University of Salford - UCAS