Keele University Prospectus Undergraduate | 2017 | Page 133

Nursing (Mental Health)
Key Information
Why study this course?

This programme focuses on mental health and wellness. We prepare
students to work with individuals of all ages, with a range of mental
health experiences, in diverse settings.
This challenging role demands good communication skills which will be
fostered throughout the programme by skills rehearsal in the classroom
and feedback from mentors in placement.
Our programme adopts an approach to learning and teaching which
f ocuses on service users using a recovery approach, and encourages
students to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for the
safe delivery of effective mental health care. All modules integrate theory
and practice elements which contribute to admission to the Professional
Register. Placements are undertaken in a variety of settings, working with
a mentor alongside social workers, occupational therapists, psychiatrists,
psychologists and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
The development of clinical skills to support physical health is an integral
part of the programme and is supported in practice by mentors and in
the excellent Clinical Skills Laboratories by experienced lecturers. Student
support is a priority, with each student being allocated a personal tutor
and having access to campus-based academic advice services. Learning
and teaching are delivered through a variety of strategies including
lectures, seminars, and tutorials, often facilitated by service users and
carers. IT based exercises and presentations are also used to encourage
work relevant skills. Assessment is undertaken through using a variety
of strategies including essay and examination and in practical laboratory
and clinical situations.

Course type
Single honours

Course duration
Three years

Indicative entry
requirements

For information on entry
requirements please
visit www.keele.ac.uk/
entryrequirements

Study abroad
No

You may have the opportunity
to undertake a short international
elective placement.

Joshua Deakin
Mental Health Nursing,
Second year

For more course information please visit

keele.ac.uk/nursingandmidwifery

Mental Health Nursing can be
challenging without a doubt,
but more importantly it can
be very rewarding. Make the
most out of every opportunity
and do not be afraid to get
involved. Support your peers,
be committed, be enthusiastic
and you can make a difference.
Smart minds choose Keele

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