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MSc Mental Health Nursing (with NMC Registration)

MUMiddlesex University London · London

Designed for graduates who wish to pursue a career in mental health nursing, this MSc programme provides the essential theory and practical experience required for NMC registration. The course is ideal for those who hold…

Tuition
£9,535/yr
Duration
2 years
Intakes
Jan
English
IELTS 6.5

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Course Overview

Designed for graduates who wish to pursue a career in mental health nursing, this MSc programme provides the essential theory and practical experience required for NMC registration. The course is ideal for those who hold an undergraduate degree and are passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care. Throughout the two-year full-time programme, students engage in a blend of academic study and clinical practice, working with NHS partners across north London to gain real-world experience in diverse healthcare settings. The curriculum covers vital topics including therapeutic communication, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and mental health research. Students benefit from high-fidelity clinical simulation training at the university's advanced StoneX Stadium facilities, ensuring confidence in clinical procedures. By graduation, students are prepared to work autonomously and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, equipped with the leadership and critical thinking skills necessary to improve service delivery. Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to register as a Mental Health Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), opening doors to a rewarding and varied career in the healthcare sector.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

Undergraduate honour's degree, 2.2 or above (no more than 5 years old).

English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.5 in all sections).

GCSE English at the appropriate level required prior to applying.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Practice Learning 1 Mental Health30 Credits Credits
Developing Scientific Principles for Mental Health Nursing30 Credits Credits
Expansive Learning for Mental Health Nursing Practice30 Credits Credits
Developing Nursing Knowledge and Professional Practice for Mental Health Nursing30 Credits Credits

Year 2

Advanced Scientific Principles for Mental Health Nursing30 Credits Credits
Advanced Nursing Knowledge and Professional Practice for Mental Health Nursing60 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

🇬🇧 Your route to working in United Kingdom.

As a full-time student you'll apply for a Student visa covering the full course length. After graduating, most of our destinations offer a post-study work route allowing you to live and work with no sponsorship needed for a fixed period — often opening a path toward a skilled worker visa and eventual settlement. Full details on our United Kingdom guide →

Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
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