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UndergraduateBachelor of NursingUCAS: B760
Nursing (Mental Health)
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, Scotland
3 yearsDuration
£18,220Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the BN Nursing (Mental Health) at Edinburgh Napier University. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Gain the skills to progress your career in mental health nursing and see the benefits that your care can have on patients and families. Explore the rewarding and complex study of mental health and develop the skills required to practise nursing in a compassionate and recovery-focused way. Taught by experts in a friendly and supportive environment, you’ll put theory into practice in our state-of-the art Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre, and participate in work placements across the Lothian and Borders area in hospital and community settings. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,500 within three years, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Foundations of Mental Health Nursing
Psychological and Social Theories in Mental Health
Pharmacology and Therapeutic Interventions
Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis
Recovery-Focused Nursing Practice
Leadership and Professional Development in Healthcare
Clinical Placement and Practice Integration
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
UCAS Code:B760
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BC Preferably to include English or a Literary subject* and a Science subject** GCSE grade C/4 in Maths also required. GCSE grade C/4 in English and a Science subject**/Double Award Science required for candidates who do not have these subjects at A Level. |
| International Baccalaureate | 25 points 25 points overall with three Higher Level subjects at grades 5, 4, 4, preferably to include English or a Literary subject* and a Science subject** Standard Level Maths, English and a Science subject** at grade 4 also required if not studied at Higher Level. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 56 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,220
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£54,660
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Edinburgh Napier University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £26,000 | £28,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £22,000 | £28,500 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £24,000 | £32,000 | £37,500 |
UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£28,500
UK average
£28,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 12% above UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£28,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
65%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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About Edinburgh Napier University
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