
Nursing (mental health)
Mental health nurses work in a variety of settings to support and treat people who are living with or experiencing mental health problems.
Why you should study with us
1st in Wales
Our Mental Health (BN) programme is ranked 1st in Wales by the Complete University Guide 2023.
5th in the UK
Our Mental Health Nursing (BN) programme is ranked 5th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2023.
We are international
We are committed to enabling our students to have an international learning experience
Our location
Our main School building is situated in the heart of Wales’ biggest hospital – so you will be immersed in an actual healthcare environment from day one
Our programme is funded
A full NHS bursary, including tuition fees and a non-repayable bursary for living costs is available for our programmes providing you meet eligibility requirements
Our facilities
Our high-tech simulation suites and equipment mirror the healthcare environments in which you will undertake placements and eventually work in as qualified professionals
Courses
Entry year
Our talk
Mental Health Nursing (BN) Admissions Tutor, Alex Nute, provides an overview of the course - from how it is structured, to tips on how to apply
Being a mental health nurse has allowed me to care for people at their most vulnerable, to have an opportunity to make a difference and to empower and support them in changing their lives. It's the best feeling in the world!
Hear from one of our students
Second year Mental Health Nursing (BN) student, Jodie, talks about her experience of studying with us.
I love being a student nurse because it gives me the opportunity to learn new things everyday. It's also helped me to become the person I am today - I am far more confident and open minded and I'll never take anything for granted from now on.
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Global healthcare opportunities
We are committed to enabling our students to have an international learning experience. In 2019, over 100 healthcare undergraduate students travelled and gained healthcare experience overseas.
Where in the world would you go?
More to watch
The following videos were created by staff and students to celebrate the Year of the Nurse and Midwife 2020.
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