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Nursing (Mental Health) - Pre-registration at Oxford Brookes University - UCAS

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

Mental health concerns – from identity issues to substance abuse, isolation to adverse childhood experiences – and demand for services, has increased in recent years. And in a world where the stigma around mental health persists, the need for dedicated and empathetic mental health nurses has never been more evident. Whatever your academic or professional background, learn from our internationally renowned clinicians, researchers and academics and prepare to be a leader in healthcare. We’ll teach you skills for evidence-based practice, problem-solving, and collaborative working to meet the changing needs of the healthcare system. You’ll receive support from your academic adviser, be inspired by guest lecturers, hear lived experiences, and access our state-of-the-art simulation suite. Not only that, but you’ll build competence through a range of mental health placements across Oxfordshire and beyond. By the end, you’ll be able to contribute significantly to high-quality client care, deliver nursing interventions, and apply your knowledge to real-life situations.

Assessment method

We will assess you with a variety of methods, such as:

  • reflective essays
  • presentations
  • clinical examinations
  • multi-choice examinations
  • neighbourhood study
  • case studies.
All modules have an assessment component which requires you to explicitly demonstrate an understanding of how the module theory informs and enhances patient care. You will receive feedback on your assessments which will shape and develop your learning. Assessment of your practice learning occurs within the credit-rated Education in Nursing Practice modules. This must be passed to fulfil the professional requirements for the programme and ensure that you are eligible for registration as a nurse. Your practice will be assessed by a practice supervisor or assessor selected on the basis of having the necessary qualifications to function as a practice assessor, as per the NMC Pre-registration Standards (2010).

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Nursing and Midwifery Council

How to apply

International applicants

For applicants whose first language is not English, an Academic IELTS score of 6.5 (with 6.5 in Reading and Writing, and 6.0 in Listening and Speaking) is required. Please also see the University's standard English language requirements.

Entry requirements

Honours degree 2.2 or above (or equivalent), preferably in a health/science related subject. Non-health related degrees will be considered. - GCSE Maths, Science and English at Grade C or above, or equivalent - One recent academic reference - Successful performance in the selection process (including an individual interview) Please also see the University's general entry requirements. Screening All applicants will be screened for fitness to practise and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be made.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £17150 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
International £17150 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

Fees quoted are for the first year only. If you are studying a course that lasts longer than one year, your fees will increase each year.
Nursing (Mental Health) - Pre-registration at Oxford Brookes University - UCAS