Overview

The Nursing (Mental Health) (Hons) with Foundation Year programme from University of Worcester aims to provide you with fundamental knowledge and skills to prepare you for successful progression onto the NMC approved Nursing degree course. During the Foundation Year, you will study with students preparing for a range of professional courses, including paramedicine, physiotherapy and occupational therapy.You'll be taught by expert staff and be guided at every step of the way, preparing you for your future career as a Registered Nurse. Our supportive learning environment will allow you to develop the confidence and skills needed for success on your Nursing degree.On successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress onto our exciting and transformational Mental Health Nursing degree, which has been developed collaboratively with practice partners, service users and students. At its heart is the recognition that nursing is an evolving profession with individuals working as part of today’s interdisciplinary healthcare teams in a wide range of settings.Mental Health Nursing needs compassionate and highly skilled individuals. You will learn from the expertise of experienced mental health academics, clinicians, service users and carers.

This innovative course will enable you to think critically about current issues in mental health and will equip you with the specialist skills to provide high quality person-centred mental health care as a future graduate mental health nurse. You will work collaboratively with inter-professional teams, service users and their families, respecting their rights, choices and wishes

Key features

Opportunity to start your journey to a career as a Registered Nurse without the usual formal qualifications to study a degree in Nursing

Successful completion of the Foundation Year allows progression onto the BSc Nursing programme

On successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) with Foundation Year, you will be eligible to apply for Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Our Mental Health Nursing students gain the knowledge, abilities and skills to provide holistic care across a variety of settings with 50% of the course (years 2-4) embedded in the practice setting

Our Skills and Simulation Centre allows you to safely practice nursing interventions in realistic environments, including a replica hospital ward

Support throughout your course, including the Foundation Year from a Personal Academic Tutor, who is usually a lecturer on your course and will remain with you throughout your studies

Opportunity to complete either a UK or international elective in for example India, Ireland or Tanzania

Where could it take you?

BSc Nursing with Foundation Year, is professionally accredited by the NMC for year 2-4 and achievement of our nursing degree normally indicates your Fitness to Practice and eligibility to apply to enter the NMC professional register, permitting use of the title Registered Nurse. Almost all graduates go straight into nursing employment, locally, nationally and in some instances internationally in a wide range of healthcare settings.Students acknowledge that the programme improves their career prospects and future career aspiration. In 2019, 99% of leavers were in employment or further study, with 100% of the leavers in employment working in nursing roles. University of Worcester nursing graduates have made a significant contribution to the local NHS workforce during the Covid-19 pandemic.Many nurses are employed locally, particularly with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust and Wye Valley NHS Trust. Other employment destinations include, Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health & Care Trust, Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust and Dudley Hospitals. Local employing organisations are invited to meet with finalists and discuss career opportunities and further professional development.A number of initiatives are embedded to promote employment, including mock interviews and support with CV writing during year 3. Personal Academic Tutors also offer support with career planning and writing personal statements. The nursing teaching team and the Careers and Employability Service ensure details of Trust recruitment events and individual jobs are publicised

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Essential skills for learning in healthcare

Science for healthcare

Health and wellbeing in today’s society

Becoming a healthcare professional

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-29 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

76

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59

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Worcester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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76

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59

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

32 UCAS tariff points

You should be at least 18 years old and normally have GCSE English at grade C/4, or above, and 1 A-Level (or equivalent Level 3 qualification).
However, we welcome students without the usual formal qualifications. Your application will be considered based your skills, experience and how prepared you are to complete the course.
T Levels may be used to meet the entry tariff requirements for this course.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17200 GBP / year

≈ 17200 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Worcester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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