Mental Health Nursing (Postgraduate Entry) - MN

University of Portsmouth

**Overview**Help change lives for the better and improve the patient experience on this MN Mental Health Nursing degree.Designed in partnership with local NHS Trusts, you'll gain real-life healthcare experience in a variety of settings, including community practices and hospitals.Once you graduate, you'll have the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge to provide high-quality patient care and become a registered Mental Health Nurse.**Course highlights**- Gain clinical expertise from registered nurses within the mental health field- Practise clinical skills and nursing scenarios with simulated patients and actors in our realistic Centre for Simulation in Health and Care- Develop practical skills on clinical placements in local communities and hospital environments- Develop the skills you need to lead change in healthcare and improve patient outcomes**Careers and opportunities**Careers this Master’s prepares you forWhen you graduate from the MN Mental Health Nursing degree course, you'll have the knowledge and practical skills to work across the healthcare field locally and nationally, while leading the way in innovation and patient care.Once you become a newly registered mental health nurse, you'll be ready to take on a hugely important role in our healthcare system, with opportunities to work in a variety of nursing roles in primary, secondary and community health care.Graduates of this course could work in:- Charity and aid work- Nurse education and mentoring in practice or in higher education settings- Healthcare management in ward manager or lead nurse roles- Research nursingAfter you graduate, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.

Faculty of Science and Health