Overview
The BSc Mental Health Nursing programme prepares students with the knowledge, clinical skills, and professional values required to support individuals experiencing mental health conditions. It focuses on delivering compassionate, evidence-based care across a range of healthcare and community settings.
Programme Overview
This programme combines academic learning with extensive clinical placements to develop professional mental health nursing skills. Students study mental health assessment, psychology, therapeutic communication, psychopharmacology, recovery-focused practice, leadership, and person-centred care. Through practical experience in hospitals and community mental health services, graduates gain the skills required to become confident, compassionate, and registered mental health nurses.
Eligibility Criteria
Successful completion of HSC, A Levels, or an equivalent qualification.
IELTS 7.0 overall (with no band less than 7.0) or an equivalent English language qualification.
Meet the University of the West of Scotland's undergraduate admission requirements, including any required health and background checks.