BN Nursing (Mental Health) with Foundation Year
About this course
BN (Hons) in Nursing (Mental Health). Core topics include Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Human Behaviour. Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), graduates are eligible for admission to Part 1 of the NMC register. The first year is campus-based, with later years divided equally between academic study and practice placements.
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Entry requirements
32 points. UCAS tariff points required: 32 The UCAS tariff points can come from 1 A-level (grade C or above) or an equivalent qualification. You will also need: GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above A clear commitment to pursuing a career in nursing To be at least 18 years old However, all applicants will be judged on their individual merits and we may take other skills, qualifications and life experience into account. We welcome mature students without the usual formal qualifications and will consider your application based on your suitability and preparedness to complete the Foundation Year. The BA Nursing (Adult) with Foundation Year is aimed at individuals who may have few or no relevant formal qualifications but who can demonstrate a clear commitment to pursuing a career in nursing. Personal, professional and educational experiences will be considered to determine motivation and ability to progress onto the degree course. If you will be over the age of 21 at the beginning of your undergraduate study, you are considered a mature student . At Winchester this means our offer may be different, taking into account any work or life experiences you have, alongside any qualifications you hold. Nursing Interview Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview, and will be expected to demonstrate that they have an understanding of the requirements of nursing. Information about this day will be sent to all invited applicants.
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 97%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 97%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 20%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 80%
- Other Health Professionals: 5%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 40%
- Access course: 30%
- A degree: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Essential Skills for learning in healthcare
- Science for Healthcare
- Health and Wellbeing in Today’s Society
- Becoming a Healthcare Professional
- Leading Self in Personal and Professional Practice
- Nursing Sciences and Population Health 1
- Practice Learning for Nursing – Part 1
- The Effective Mental Health Nurse
- Leading Self and Others in Personal and Professional Nursing Practice
- Nursing Sciences and Population Health 2
- Practice Learning for Nursing – Part 2
- Preparation for Evidence-Based Practice Inquiry
- Self-Managed Practice Experience
- Transformative Mental Health Nursing Practice
- Practice Learning for Nursing 3
- Evidence Based Practice Inquiry Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BN Nursing (Mental Health) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £30,000. The £28,000 median after fifteen months is £2,000 less than the UK median for Mental health nursing.
What do graduates of BN Nursing (Mental Health) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BN Nursing (Mental Health) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BN Nursing (Mental Health) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester?
The average entrant had 113 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BN Nursing (Mental Health) with Foundation Year at University of Winchester?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.