Professional Nursing - Mental Health Nursing (Master's)
A specialized Master's programme focused on the psychological and physical wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan.
Best for:Best for registered nurses or graduates with a strong background in health and social care seeking advanced mental health specialization.
Overview
This Master's programme at Queen's University Belfast provides advanced training in mental health nursing, covering care for children, young people, adults, and older individuals. The curriculum integrates academic study with clinical practice, requiring students to demonstrate significant direct care experience. Applicants must meet rigorous academic and professional standards, including portfolio submission and adherence to the NMC Code. The programme is designed to prepare graduates for specialized roles in mental health nursing through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced academic study of mental health nursing principles.
- Complete 650 hours of verified direct care experience.
- Maintain a professional portfolio reflecting skills and knowledge based on the NMC Code.
- Participate in clinical evaluations and interviews as part of the assessment process.
- Adhere to professional standards and safeguarding requirements throughout the programme.
Requirements
Degree required: Honours degree (2.1 or above) in any subject; 2.2 considered on a case-by-case basis.
Degree offered: Master's
Language: English proficiency required.
Instruction: English
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 including English, Mathematics, and Science.
- Evidence of 650 hours of verified direct care experience.
- Professional portfolio submission.
- Compliance with NMC Code standards.
- Must be eligible for a funded place (GB and overseas students currently ineligible).
- Must not have previously received Department of Health funding for pre-registration nursing/midwifery/AHP courses in Northern Ireland.
- Must meet academic and portfolio requirements by 27th May 2026.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-05-27
Applicants must submit a portfolio of evidence alongside their academic application. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview in June. Offers are contingent upon health assessments and criminal record checks.
- Academic transcripts
- Portfolio of evidence
- Personal statement
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