BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health)

Summary 2012/13

• Pre-registration Nursing ranked in the top five in the UK for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2011;
• Department of Health funded tuition fees with means-tested bursaries available;
• Enables you to register as a qualified Mental Health Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC);
• Develop into a competent and accountable practitioner with leadership and project management skills.

Please note, the course title is subject to validation.

This programme is now closed for September 2012 entry.

This degree enables you to work as a mental health nurse in a variety of settings, ranging from a hospital ward or clinic, to a patient's own home, health centre and in the community. As a specialist nurse you will be able to develop an individual package of care designed to offer the appropriate levels of support to meet the needs of a patient with mental health problems.

The course is for those who wish to work closely with individuals and their families to promote healthcare and support those who have healthcare problems. This degree has a distinct inter-professional emphasis.

2012 Entry Requirements

Typical offer 260 UCAS tariff points including 160 points from two A levels at grade C or above. In addition, candidates are normally expected to have a minimum of five GCSE passes (or equivalent) at grade C or above to include English Language and Mathematics, together with evidence of academic study within the last five years. The selection process includes an interview.

If you accept an offer from Edge Hill you will need to satisfy the requirements of the Nursing & Midwifery Council in respect of physical and mental fitness and will be required to apply for a Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure indicating that you meet the mandatory criteria of 'Clearance to Work with Children and/or Vulnerable Adults'. Further information will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer.

Summary 2013/14

• Pre-registration Nursing ranked in the top five in the UK for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2011;
• Department of Health funded tuition fees with means-tested bursaries available;
• Enables you to register as a qualified Mental Health Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC);
• Develop into a competent and accountable practitioner with leadership and project management skills.

Please note, the course title is subject to validation.

This programme is now closed for September 2012 entry.

This degree enables you to work as a mental health nurse in a variety of settings, ranging from a hospital ward or clinic, to a patient's own home, health centre and in the community. As a specialist nurse you will be able to develop an individual package of care designed to offer the appropriate levels of support to meet the needs of a patient with mental health problems.

The course is for those who wish to work closely with individuals and their families to promote healthcare and support those who have healthcare problems. This degree has a distinct inter-professional emphasis.

2013 Entry Requirements

Typical offer 280 UCAS tariff points overall to include 2 GCE A level grades BB or equivalent. Relevant natural and applied science subjects preferred but not essential. In addition, candidates are expected to have a minimum of five GCSE passes (or equivalent) at grade C or above to include English Language and Mathematics, together with evidence of academic study within the last five years. Access to HE Diploma candidates will achieve 45 Level 3 credits at Distinction or Merit grade. BTEC candidates should refer to the UCAS website for specific entry requirements. The selection process includes an interview.

If you accept an offer from Edge Hill you will need to satisfy the requirements of the Nursing & Midwifery Council in respect of physical and mental fitness and will be required to apply for a Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure indicating that you meet the mandatory criteria of 'Clearance to Work with Children and/or Vulnerable Adults'. Further information will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer.

Details

What will I gain from this programme?

You will be fully prepared for a lifelong career in an innovative and expanding profession, and able to make an effective and creative contribution to the health and social care sector, specifically patients with mental health problems.

How we will support you

As well as your placement mentor/supervisor you will have a personal tutor and year lead that will support you throughout the programme. You will also have module coordinators to support you for each module you study.

What will I study?

The degree comprises of a three year programme. It offers a variety of perspectives on health, ill health, health promotion, life sciences and nursing practice in a range of settings and comprises approximately 50% theory and 50% practice.

Opportunities to achieve national generic and field specific competency outcomes related to professional values, communication and interpersonal skills, nursing practice and decision making and leadership, management and team working are provided within a supportive learning environment.

Successful students will achieve 120 credits at Levels 4, 5 and 6 (degree) and professional registration.

How will I study?

A variety of methods, such as seminars, lectures, work based learning and tutorials will be used to deliver this programme. Some modules also include enquiry based learning and technology enhanced learning. The theory part of the programme is delivered during a normal working week.

Placement

You will spend 50% of your time in practice which will be undertaken in hospitals and community settings. During this time you will have a practice placement mentor/supervisor who will support your learning and development. Placements will include weekend, early mornings, evening and night work to ensure access to a full range of practice experiences.

Who will be teaching me?

All lectures are delivered by professionals within the field of nursing as well as specialists in other areas. The programme team represent a range of qualified, research-active professionals with extensive experience of working within the health and/or social care sector. Most importantly service users, carers and their families will be involved in facilitating your learning so that you gain an understanding about the impact care has on individual groups.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment in both theory and practice is continuous, assessed against national outcomes and generic and field competencies with students required to demonstrate evidence of their achievement. A range of assessment of theory procedures is in place including assignments, seminar presentations, advanced notice examinations, online learning activities, case studies and portfolio work.

What are my career prospects?

Following registration as a mental health nurse you can pursue a career in a wide variety of settings and specialisms. These include general psychiatry, the elderly, addictions, community nursing and young people.

Further study at Edge Hill University

Once you have successfully completed this programme, there are a range of additional Mental Health Nursing modules available within the Faculty of Health and Social Care's professional development portfolio.

Related Programmes

Pre-Registration Undergraduate Professional Portfolio

This programme is part of the Faculty of Health and Social Care's pre-registration undergraduate professional portfolio. Other courses in the portfolio are:

• BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult)
• BSc (Hons) Nursing (Children)
• BSc (Hons) Nursing (Learning Disabilities)
• BSc (Hons) Midwifery
• BSc (Hons) Children's Nursing and Social Work
• BSc (Hons) Learning Disabilities Nursing and Social Work
• BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice

For a comprehensive list of all undergraduate programmes offered by the faculty, including DipHE Paramedic Practice, BA (Hons) Social Work, and a range of applied health and social care awards, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/health/courses.

A Great Study Environment

Based in 160 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the Ormskirk Campus is a unique and inspirational place to study. Industry standard resources and cutting edge technology combine to make an interactive and highly advanced teaching and learning environment. Everything you could want is on one site with 25 acres of sport and leisure facilities, more than 1,400 rooms in halls of residence and fantastic modern spaces in which you can study and socialise.

Our innovative £14m Faculty of Health and Social Care building provides some of the best facilities for health undergraduates in the country. The leading edge clinical skills facilities are designed to give students as realistic a learning experience as possible and include ward simulations, operating theatres and robot-style mannequins that can simulate everything from pregnancy to a temperature.

The University library gives you access to thousands of books, journals, online resources and extensive PC and media provision. You'll get all the support you need to succeed, reflected in Edge Hill University being ranked in the top two in England for students' personal development, and the top three in the country for assessment and feedback, in the 2011 National Student Survey. The University is also featured in the top four in England for graduate employment.

How do I apply?

Apply online through UCAS at www.ucas.ac.uk.

Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/apply for more information on the application process and our Admissions criteria.

Fees and Finance

If you are joining this programme in academic year 2012/13, you can expect your tuition fees to be paid by the Department of Health.

As a pre-registration nursing student, you may be entitled to receive a means-tested NHS-funded bursary which for academic year 2012/13 is up to £3,351pa if living at home with parents or up to £4,395pa if living elsewhere. The bursaries are usually paid monthly by the NHS Business Services Authority. Additional means-tested payments may be made, for dependants for example, but each case is viewed on an individual basis.

For academic year 2012/13, pre-registration nursing students may also be entitled to apply for a £1,000pa non-means tested grant and a non-means-tested student loan. The loan amount for the first two years of the programme is £1,744pa if living at home with parents or £2,324pa if living elsewhere. The loan amount available in year 3 is £1,324pa (living at home) or £1,811pa (living elsewhere).

For further information on the financial support available for students joining this programme in academic year 2012/13, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/prereghealth2012.

Please note, the above information is for UK and eligible EU students only.

Not got the entry requirements?

If you do not have the GCSEs required for this programme, Edge Hill offers equivalency tests in english, mathematics and science.

Where can I find out more?

If you would like to receive a copy of our prospectus or be kept updated about forthcoming events, contact the Course Information, Advice and Guidance Team by emailing study@edgehill.ac.uk or calling 01695 657000.

If you want to attend one of our open events held throughout the year, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays to book your place.

You will also find Edge Hill University staff at many national careers fairs and UCAS events.

Still want more?

If you have any questions you would like to ask the programme leader about this course, please contact:

• Cathy Griffiths, Faculty of Health and Social Care, Edge Hill University, St Helens Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4QP
• Tel: 01695 657081
• Email: griffitc@edgehill.ac.uk

Modules

Year 1

PUP 1177 Learning in Inter-professional Practice: Developing Competency (40 credits) is a practice-based module which will enable you to develop your proficiency in accordance with the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The module will facilitate your understanding of the nurse’s role in the context in which nurses work in partnership with the inter-professional team in order to deliver safe, compassionate, person centred and evidence-based nursing practice.

PUP 1178 Foundation Sciences for Nursing (30 credits) provides an introduction to the life sciences that underpin nursing. The focus will be on the theory and application of biological, psychological and social sciences, together with the pharmacological contexts that underpin contemporary nursing care. You will also develop a wide range of clinical assessment skills, e.g. temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure monitoring, and urinalysis.

PUP 1179 Understanding Health and Social Care (30 credits) provides an introduction to the fundamentals of health and social care and explores the values and behaviours that underpin professional practice. The module is designed to help you to understand the principles of safe practice and introduce you to the many factors that influence the health and social wellbeing of all patients/clients across the fields of nursing. You will be immersed in the skills, knowledge and values essential for the development of patient/person-centred care. There will be an emphasis on the importance of service user experience and the need for effective partnership working.

PUP 1182 Introduction to the role of Mental Health Nursing (20 credits) familiarises you with the concepts of mental illness, and mental health and well-being. The module will set the foundations on which to build appropriate skills around engagement, assessment care planning and implementation. Models of mental health and illness will be explored, including ethical and legal perspectives relating to contemporary mental health practice. A key theme throughout the module will be the inclusion of service users and carer participation. A service user will be invited to participate in discussions and engage with students as part of the learning and assessment process.

Year 2

PUP 2221 Learning in Inter-professional Practice: Enhancing Competency (40 credits) is a practice based module which will enable you to develop your proficiency in accordance with the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The specific focus of this module is to facilitate a greater understanding of the challenges of team working within the context of inter-professional care delivery.

PUP 2222 Applied Sciences for Health and Wellbeing (30 credits) focuses on the disease process, its pathophysiology, homeostatic effects and the psychosocial factors involved. The pharmacological contexts will provide you with a clear understanding of the medicines management which underpins nursing care delivery. The continued development of key skills will enable you to undertake physical, clinical assessments of individuals/clients. This is essential for safe and effective care.

PUP 2223 Research Methods in Health Care (20 credits) is designed to facilitate understanding of the core elements that underpin the research process and the application of research evidence to practice. The module will develop your skills in relation to an appreciation of the need for good quality research within health and social care, along with the ability to appraise the quality of published research within your specific field of practice.

PUP 2226 Application of the Role of Mental Health Nursing (30 credits) introduces you to a range of evidence-based assessment tools. The emphasis of this module is placed upon the importance of engaging service users, carers and families through therapeutic use of ‘self’ and understanding of the central role of empathic and therapeutic interpersonal skills. The module will consider current research, key legal and mental health policy and its impact on service delivery.

Year 3

PUP 3230 Learning in Inter-professional Practice: Achieving Competency (40 credits) is a practice-based module providing the opportunity to reflect on practice learning experiences to date, recognise current skill sets and identify areas for development, in order that you are fully prepared for professional life. Further exposure to practice learning enables you to develop the confidence to practice and demonstrate competence within your chosen field. There will also be an opportunity to gain experience of international health care provision.

PUP 3231 Applied Sciences for Health and Wellbeing (20 credits) further develops the themes of pathophysiology and the psychosocial perspectives and interventions available within the health and social care context. Disease processes will be studied in relation to body systems, the aging process and death and dying. Appropriate clinical skills/assessment methods and techniques will continue to be taught and practiced in the skills laboratories

PUP 3235 Application to the Role of Mental Health Nurse (30 credits) provides you with the skills, knowledge and professional values required to become a competent mental health practitioner. This module will focus on the more challenging aspects related to contemporary mental health nursing including self-harm, suicide, euthanasia, addictive behaviour, personality disorder and disorder specific interventions. Utilising evidence-based research, you will examine the complexities and dilemmas associated with mental health care provision, both within the current climate and in preparation for the challenges facing mental health practitioners in the future.

PUP 3232 Preparing for Professional Role (30 credits) aims to develop effective leadership skills to enable work with others, to make improvements to services and contribute to care that is safe. This involves an understanding of professional accountability and the use of clinical governance processes to work effectively across professional boundaries. The module will enable you to become increasingly autonomous, work within complex teams and support the ongoing development of yourself and others.