BSc (HONS) Mental Health Nursing- September Start
The BSc Mental Health nursing course is ideal if you are passionate about supporting the mental health and well-being of others. This course will equip you with the knowledge, skills and professional confidence to make a real difference. Ranked in the top 10 in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2024, this programme develops a holistic approach to caring for both physical and mental health across a range of settings.Working alongside a dedicated team of experienced clinicians and academics, you will gain an in-depth understanding of: how the human body and mind work, supporting people to maintain health and treating and caring for individuals with long-term and acute mental health conditions.
The entry criteria for this course is 112-128 UCAS points or equivalency. To work out UCAS point you can use this link: https://www.roehampton.ac.uk/student-support/application-support/undergraduate-application-support/guide-to-ucas-tariff-points-and-entry-requirements/. You will need A levels/BTEC (or equivalent) including at least one science related subject as well as GCSE (or equivalent) grades 4/C in Maths and English (at least one science subject desirable). All applicants will need to be interviewed, successful applicants will need to complete a Occupational Health Check and an enhanced DBS Check.
The curriculum spans three years, with a focus on key modules. In Year 1 (Level 4), you will cover foundations of mental health nursing, fundamentals of life sciences, promoting health and preventing ill-health and practice learning. Year 2 (Level 5) covers nursing care of the acutely ill person, nursing care in long term conditions, transforming practice for health and social care and practice learning. In Year 3 (Level 6), students explore delivering complex and integrated care in mental health nursing, transition to newly qualified nurse, innovate and impact in life and health sciences and practice learning. The planned modules may be subject to change.You will also develop the values central to the NHS Constitution, including person centred care, compassion, dignity and respect, and professional responsibility.You will examine the evolving landscape of modern health services and the increasing emphasis on integrated care within the community. Throughout your course, your confidence in communication, clinical reasoning and decision making will grow, equipping you to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Your professional skill set will encompass health assessment, holistic care planning, evidence based practice, clinical skills, medication management, communication skills, teamwork and leadership.
Upon successful completion, this course can lead to a range of career paths across health and social care. This includes: Community Nursing, General Practice Nursing, Care Home, Hospices, Rehabilitation centres, Hospitals, Research, Education, Prisons and custody units and Specialist Teams. The university offers a range of career workshops and events, providing opportunities to engage with employers and develop your skills in the workplace. Also, helping you to build your CV, prepare for interviews and connect with successful Roehampton graduates.
The programme employs diverse teaching and learning methods to engage students actively.
Methods include:
formal lectures
, seminars, group activities and forums.
You will be assessed through formal essay writing, coursework
, examinations, case studies, role play
and group and individual presentations.Teaching will take place in modern learning spaces and Clinical Simulation Centres, led by experienced academics. You will be assessed on your clinical ability through simulation-based activities, where you can demonstrate your skills in a controlled setting. During your placements, both clinical and academic staff will evaluate your performance and professional development.
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