University of Southampton
Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons)
University of Southampton

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons) and other courses in Mental Health Nursing at University of Southampton for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Mental Health Nursing.

Overall student satisfaction
54 /100
30 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Mental Health Nursing

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Mental Health Nursing at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £28000 £27500 £32000
25-75 percentile range £25000 - £32000 £25000 - £31500 £27000 - £38000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Mental Health Nursing

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25584 £27171 £29986
25-75 percentile range £24953 - £30183 £21903 - £32218 £23682 - £35970

Course Description

Become a nurse with BSc Nursing (Mental Health) at the University of Southampton.

Your three-year BSc Nursing (Mental Health) degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to provide high-quality, evidence-based care to people experiencing challenges to their mental health. Southampton is a world-leader when it comes to nursing and you'll be taught by highly-regarded educators and researchers.

Our graduates are encouraged to respond with compassion to the unique needs of all people, and you will develop a deep knowledge of person-centred care.

On this course, you will also gain key decision-making skills and the ability to manage complexity in a broad range of settings. This will prepare you for roles where you build teams and lead the development of the profession.

While at Southampton, you will study:

  • the science that underpins nursing
  • the evidence base behind the nurse's role
  • how nurses promote health and help people maintain health and well-being.

You'll develop practice skills through a range of nursing placements, and benefit from simulated practice and clinical skills teaching. You will also learn with and from students of other health professions.

Nursing at Southampton is ranked 6th in the world and 2nd in the UK in the QS World Rankings by Subject 2023.

Recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (mental health).

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons) at University of Southampton

95% Natural and social science professionals
0% Managers, directors and senior officials

Assessments on this programme range from coursework, written and practical exams to projects . Assessment takes place throughout the course to ensure that you are reaching the right levels of attainment. Your practical skills will be assessed whist you are on placement and recorded by your practice mentor.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Mental Health Nursing

Qualification requirements

Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)

Access to HE Diploma

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus AB in two A Levels to include English. Preferred:- Performing Arts, Art & Design, Digital Film and Video Production,Business IT, Applied Science,Sport, Sport and Exercise Science

GCSEs: Minimum of GCSE Maths and English Language (A*-C or 4-9). GCSE Science (A*-C or 4-9) also required if not offered as a level 3 qualification. Certain GCSE equivalent qualifications will be considered. FETAC / QQI Level 5 120 Credits: Pass in every module, with distinction essential in at least 5 modules including Human Growth and Development (or Biology), Anatomy and Physiology and Nursing Theory. Applicants are also required to hold Ordinary Maths and English at O4 or higher. Certain FETAC modules will be accepted in lieu of these. Recent relevant study within the last 5 years. You may be required to attend a selection day and complete satisfactory Occupational Health and Police Checks. We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 7

with a minimum of 7.0 in Listening, Reading & Speaking and with a minimum of 6.5 in Writing.

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Nursing (Mental Health), BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Nursing (Mental Health) BSc (Hons)

Ireland £9250 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1

Additional fee information

This course is not available to international applicants or applicants from the EU.

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Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

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.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

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About University of Southampton

The University of Southampton, often abbreviated to Soton, is a research university located in Southampton, England. Although the university was founded in 1862, it has only enjoyed full university status from 1952 onwards. The university has five campuses in total, with the main one based in the Highfield area of Southampton.

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Where is this programme taught

Main Site - Highfield Campus
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