BSc(Hons) Adult & Mental Health Nursing
Programme Overview
This innovative NMC-accredited degree prepares students to register as both Adult and Mental Health Nurses, uniquely equipping them to address the complex interplay between physical and psychological health needs. Combining 2,300+ clinical hours with cutting-edge theory, graduates emerge as versatile practitioners ready for modern healthcare challenges.
Key Advantages
Dual NMC Registration: Qualify to practise in both nursing fields simultaneously Integrated Care Focus: Specialised training in physical-mental health comorbidities Enhanced Employability: 98% graduate employment rate in NHS/social care Simulation Excellence: High-fidelity clinical scenarios with AI patient avatars
Curriculum Structure
Year 1: Foundations
Core Nursing Principles
Adult Health & Pathophysiology
Mental Health in Society
Placement 1: General Medical Ward (8 weeks) + Community MH Team (4 weeks)
Year 2: Complex Care
Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
Managing Physical-Mental Comorbidities
Therapeutic Interventions (CBT/MI)
Placement 2: Acute Mental Health Unit (8 weeks) + Specialist Adult Ward (8 weeks)
Year 3: Professional Transition
Integrated Care Pathways
Leadership in Dual-Field Nursing
Placement 3: Liaison Psychiatry (10 weeks) + Complex Care Setting (10 weeks)
Capstone Project: Service Improvement Initiative
Clinical Experience
Students gain 2,300+ hours across:
Adult Settings: Emergency departments, surgical wards, chronic disease clinics
Mental Health: Crisis teams, forensic units, child/adolescent services
Integrated Care: Liaison psychiatry, homeless health services, dual diagnosis units
“Our students complete 600+ hours managing physical-mental health comorbidities.”
Career Pathways
Immediate Roles:
Band 5 Staff Nurse (£28,407 NHS starting salary) in:
General hospitals with mental health liaison
Community mental health teams
Specialist rehabilitation services
Advanced Opportunities:
MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (Dual Specialism)
Nurse Consultant in Integrated Care
Research roles in co-morbidity management
Unique Career Options:
→ Perinatal Mental Health Physical Care
→ HIV/Oncology Psychiatry
→ Homeless Health Nursing
Entry Requirements
Academic:
120 UCAS points (BBB at A-Level including a science)
5 GCSEs (Grade 4+/C) inc. English, Maths & Science
Professional:
Enhanced DBS & Occupational Health Clearance
Values-based interview assessing:
Empathy for dual client groups
Resilience in challenging situations
Alternative Routes:
Access to HE Diploma (Nursing/Healthcare)
Relevant care experience considered
Why This Programme?
Workforce Demand: 40% of adult inpatients have mental health needs (NHS England)
London Advantage: Placements at 15+ major NHS trusts
Tech-Enhanced Learning: VR simulations of complex comorbid cases
Service User Involvement: Co-delivered by experts with lived experience
2025 Intake:
Limited places due to intensive mentorship requirements
Early application strongly advised
Key Statistics
Placement Hours: Exceeds NMC requirements by 300+ hours
Specialist Training: 120+ hours in integrated care models
Graduate Outcomes: 45% secure Band 6 roles within 3 years
Contact our admissions team for placement partnership details.
Unique Programme Features:
Dedicated “Physical-Mental Health Interface” module
Annual conference with NHS England’s Integrated Care Directorate
Simulation ward replicating complex comorbid cases
“Our graduates lead integrated care initiatives in 8 London ICSs.”