18Oct
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
University of Southampton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Become a Nurse in just two years on this fast track, graduate entry programme designed for graduates from any degree. Upon completion, you’ll be able to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Nurse (Mental Health). You’ll by taught by experts, joining a community ranked 3rd in the UK for Nursing (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026). You’ll learn in our new and state-of-the-art facilities, and in the real world on practice placements in varied settings and roles. You’ll develop the expertise needed to transform the health and wellbeing of adults, learning to make complex decisions, evaluate practice, coordinate care, and advocate for your patients' needs.
Modules
Our students study a range of modules that support them in their journey from student to healthcare professional. These modules establish and build upon the skills and experiences students benefit from on placement, which are integral to all our healthcare programmes. For a full list of modules available please visit the course page.
Assessment method
Assessments on this MSc in mental health nursing take the form of essays, exams, projects and professional conversations. Practical skills will be assessed whist you are on placement and recorded by your practice mentor.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 3110
- Institution code:
- S27
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
2.2 Honours degree or higher, you must have undertaken relevant formal academic study within the past 5 years. Relevant work experience or voluntary work is preferred. GCSEs: Minimum of GCSE Maths and English Language (A*-C or 4-9). GCSE Science (A*-C or 4-9) also required if not offered as a level 3 qualification. Certain GCSE equivalent qualifications may be considered.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | with a minimum of 7.0 in Listening, Reading & Speaking and with a minimum of 6.5 in Writing. |
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £22300 | Year 1 |
| EU | £22300 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
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
The tuition fees for courses starting in September 2025 will not be confirmed until August 2024. The fees shown are applicable to 2024 entry and are for illustrative purposes only. Please see our website for further details and updates: www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding.page
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ