BSc (Hons) Nursing - Mental Health

The Nursing (Mental Health) course at the University of Stirling provides a comprehensive training program for those who desire to care for the mental health of people of all ages. This course is designed to qualify you as a competent, compassionate and autonomous mental health nurse, equipped with the necessary skills to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.Course Content: The course focuses on developing essential practical skills, underpinned by a detailed theoretical knowledge base. It deals with several areas including healthcare ethics, mental health disorders, behavioral therapy, and bio-psycho-social approaches to care, amongst others.Key Modules: Nursing (Mental Health) has a variety of modules. In Year 1, you will study modules such as 'Caring in Nursing', 'Science for Nursing and Midwifery', and 'Contemporary Health Issues'. In Year 2, modules include 'Nursing Practice 1', 'Nursing Practice 2', and 'Understanding Recovery in Mental Health'. Then 'Nursing Practice 3', 'Broadening Perspectives in Mental Health Nursing Practice', and 'Research Methods in Nursing' in Year 3. Lastly, in Year 4, there are 'Effective Contributors to the Workplace', 'Transition to Professional Practice in Mental Health Nursing', and 'Nursing Dissertation (Mental Health)'.Accreditations: The course is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), ensuring that the course meets the standards for educational programs leading to registration as a nurse.Future Careers: After completing this course, you will be eligible to register as a Mental Health Nurse. The majority of graduates start their career within the NHS in a Hospital or Community-based settings. Others find opportunities in charitable or private sectors. Some graduates choose to pursue further study or research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.