This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Aston University, Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This course has been approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Do you have the passion and empathy to care for adults, children and young people in a variety of settings? Working as a mental health nurse is an incredibly rewarding career. No two days are the same – it's one of the most rewarding roles in health and social care. The field of mental health nursing is very diverse so there’s a wide range of career paths on offer following graduation. Our BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Mental Health Nursing) course aligns to the key principles of the NHS Constitution, derived from extensive discussions with staff, patients, carers and the public. These principles inspire passion in the NHS and provide a common ground for cooperation in achieving shared aspirations, at all levels of the NHS, supporting health and promoting recovery. Our BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Mental Health Nursing) degree at Aston will equip you with the skills, insights, and confidence required to become an outstanding and compassionate mental health nurse, well-equipped to be able to keep our communities and people physically and mentally healthy, supporting nursing care, recovery, and the promotion of good mental health. Working as a mental health nurse is a truly rewarding career. At Aston you’ll learn in an inter-professional way, developing the theoretical, practical, and interpersonal skills you'll need to be able to register as a nurse specialising in mental health. When you successfully complete the course, you will be eligible to register as a mental health nurse with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council). This is the governing body that nurses must register with to work clinically as a nurse within the UK. Why study Nursing at Aston?
- NMC approval – the programme is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
- Triple Gold TEF rating - Aston University received the highest rating for teaching quality (TEF 2023).
- Extensive patient contact – Benefit from extensive patient contact throughout the course through integrated clinical and community placements.
- Cutting-edge facilities - Train in our state-of-the-art clinical skills centre, complete with our new £1.5m hospital simulation suite wards and the latest medical equipment.
Modules
For a full list of modules and course objectives, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/nursing-studies-registered-nurse-mental-health-nursing-bsc/
Assessment method
You will be assessed through a combination of written and oral examinations, class tests, presentations, essays and practical assessments. Across the three years a professionalism assessment prepares you for a professional qualification and assessors engagement, attendance, and professional conduct. The assessment strategy is designed to match the module aims and learning outcomes and will provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate practical skills, knowledge, written and verbal communication skills. Assessments follow the same approach in years 1, 2 and 3 so that you can understand what assessment to expect and be able to prepare accordingly. Our approach to assessments increases opportunities for employability, as it maximises the opportunity to practise skills that are expected in the working environment, such as presenting information and performing clinical skills competently. Academic assessment will be completed alongside practice-based proficiencies, in order to achieve the criteria set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, (NMC 2018). Progression will be confirmed by the practice assessor and the assigned academic assessor. Students must pass all summative assessments and professionalism to pass the course. Professionalism will include assessment of attendance, engagement and professional conduct. On successful completion of the programme, you will be able to apply for registration with The Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Registered Nurse (Mental Health). We prepare you to be a confident, autonomous practitioner, driven and committed to advocating and meeting the needs of patients and their families.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.
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:
- B760
- Institution code:
- A80
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Aston University is a diverse, close community and welcomes international students on many of our undergraduate programmes. Students from over 120 countries choose to study with us every year. Based in the centre of Birmingham, Aston is not only a great place to study, it’s also a great place to live. Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to provide evidence of an English language qualification. See the course page for more information. Aston University provides a range of opportunities for international students to join our community and study on our campus. A key part of our strategy is our relationships with teaching partners, providing multiple pathways to Aston. Aston’s professional work placements can improve your chance of securing a graduate job. Placements give you experience, confidence and opportunities and, as an Aston student, you’ll be better prepared for your future career. One of the great things about Aston is our focus on employability. Our close links with businesses, industries and professions make this possible. **Post-study work visa** Aston University welcomed the creation of a new Graduate Immigration Route which enables international students to remain in the UK for two years after you complete your studies to find work. This new post-study work visa applies to international students completing full-time undergraduate and postgraduate courses. **Pathway Programmes** If you don’t meet our entry requirements, we have a range of pathway programmes offered by our partner, ONCAMPUS Aston, which you can complete to progress onto one of our degrees.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 30 credits
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF) - DD
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) - D
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - D
Interview Please be aware that successful applicants at application stage will be shortlisted for an interview. This is a compulsory element of the application process and we are unable to make offers without applicants having a successful interview. Interviews tend to last 30-45 minutes, consisting of a small panel of Nursing staff who will assess your suitability for the course. Please contact us on [email protected] for more information about the admissions process for this course.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/nursing-studies-registered-nurse-adult-nursing-bsc/
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £21500 | 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
UK students (Home Undergraduate):
The annual tuition fee for the programme commencing in academic year 2025/26 will be £9,535 (subject to the passing of legislation implementing the Government’s policy to increase the maximum tuition fee from £9,250, payable by Home Undergraduate students on full-time courses).
International students (Overseas Undergraduate):
The annual tuition fee for the programme commencing in academic year 2025/26 will be £21,500.
All students:
The duration of your programme is set out at the top of this course page and you will be responsible for the payment of an annual tuition fee in each of these years. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually in accordance with its Terms and Conditions and subject at all times to the maximum tuition fee caps set by Government from time to time. This means that your total tuition fee may be higher than stated above, but your total tuition fee will never increase by more than 6% year on year. An increase in fees will allow the University to cover the increased costs of delivering the course and ensure it is able to maintain high standards of education and facilities.
Provider information
Aston University, Birmingham
Aston Triangle
Birmingham
B4 7ET