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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: B78D

Nursing (Mental Health) Direct Entry

University of Derby
Derby, England
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18 monthsDuration
£16,900Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
85%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) Direct Entry at University of Derby is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Derby, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 18-month full-time structure. This programme is a holistic learning experience, enabling students to become emotionally resilient and transformational Registered Nurses, equipped to meet the unique challenges of Mental Health Nursing. This is a full-time 18-month course for applicants who already hold a Foundation Degree and are Registered Nursing Associates. Students looking to join the revalidated BSc Nursing programme at the 18 month entry point will start in January 2025. International tuition fees are £16,900 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacology and Therapeutic Interventions
Acute Mental Health Nursing Practice
Chronic Mental Health Conditions Management
Legal and Ethical Issues in Mental Health
Psychological Therapies and Counselling Skills
Mental Health Nursing Placement and Practice
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
UCAS Code:B78D
Academic Year:2027-28 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points112

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£16,900

per year

Total Course Cost (18 months)£33,800

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Derby

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£28,000£30,000£36,000
3 years£26,500£30,500£36,000
5 years£30,000£35,000£41,500

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
£30,500
UK average
£28,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 23% above UK average salary
This course
£35,000
UK average
£28,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 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: CAH02-04-07). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working
10%Studying
5%Work & Study
45%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
85%
Learning opportunities
86%
Assessment and feedback
88%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
71%
Learning resources
83%
Student voice
75%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About University of Derby

University of Derby offers Nursing (Mental Health) Direct Entry as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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