Nursing (Mental Health)

The three-year full-time degree in nursing leads to a professional nursing qualification and eligibility to register with the nursing and midwifery council.

During the programme you will undertake a variety of clinical experiences predominately in the bradford, airedale and craven districts, consisting of practice placements lasting between 6 and 12 weeks. you will be allocated a mentor on each placement who has undertaken a professionally recognised mentorship preparation award. you may also be allocated an associate mentor depending upon the placement. mentors are there to support and educate you during your practice placement, helping you to integrate the theoretical knowledge gained into effective/ appropriate practice. they will supervise your work and assess your progress during and at the end of the placement. we also have a practice education support team (pest) that provides a link between practice placement areas and the university. the team are there to offer mentor support and guidance to ensure and enhance your learning in practice. there is also an opportunity to undertake an elective placement at the end of year 2 which can include experience abroad, for example finland, belgium and denmark.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: Contact us for up-to-date information

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

Mental health nursing prepares students to work in hospital wards, community teams, the independent and voluntary sectors, or specialist mental health services. most of our students gain employment locally and immediately upon completion.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Bradford has partnerships with the following companies: