BSc Hons Mental Health Nursing

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Application Fee: € 50

Academic Qualifications: For undergraduate programs, applicants require a minimum academic score of 80-85% or above in their previous studies.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.0 or 6.5, with no individual band below 5.5.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 90, with specific section requirements: Listening 20, Reading 20, Speaking 21, Writing 20.
• PTE: Overall score of 63, with no section below 59.
• DET: Overall score of 120, with a minimum of 110.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

University College Cork (UCC) offers various scholarships and financial aid options to support international students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships are aimed at assisting students with tuition fees, living expenses, and other educational costs. 

International Merit-Based Scholarships: UCC provides merit-based scholarships for high-achieving international students entering undergraduate or postgraduate programs. These scholarships recognize academic excellence and may cover partial tuition fees or provide stipends.

Government and External Scholarships: International students may also be eligible for scholarships offered by their home governments, non-governmental organizations, or external funding bodies. UCC assists students by providing information and support in applying for these external scholarship opportunities.

Research Scholarships and Grants: For postgraduate research students, UCC offers various grants and scholarships to support research endeavors. These scholarships often cover tuition fees and provide additional stipends for living expenses.

Sports Scholarships: UCC recognizes talented athletes and offers sports scholarships to support their academic and athletic pursuits. These scholarships assist students in balancing their sports with their studies.

Faculty-Specific Scholarships: Certain faculties or departments within UCC offer scholarships tailored to specific academic disciplines. These scholarships aim to attract exceptional students to particular programs and fields of study.

Need-Based Financial Aid: The university understands the financial challenges international students might face and offers need-based financial aid programs to assist students who demonstrate financial need.

Graduates of the BSc Hons Mental Health Nursing program at University College Cork (UCC) are well-equipped to pursue rewarding careers in various healthcare settings, both nationally and internationally.  

1. Registered Mental Health Nurse: Graduates are eligible to register as mental health nurses with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). They can work in diverse mental health settings, including psychiatric hospitals, community mental health centers, residential care facilities, and crisis intervention services.

2. Community Mental Health Nurse: Many graduates choose to work as community mental health nurses, providing support and treatment to individuals with mental health issues in their homes and communities. They play a crucial role in promoting recovery, preventing relapse, and facilitating access to community resources and support services.

3. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: With additional training and experience, graduates may pursue advanced practice roles as psychiatric nurse practitioners. These professionals assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with mental health disorders, prescribe medications, and provide psychotherapy and counseling services.

4. Clinical Nurse Specialist: Graduates can specialize in specific areas of mental health nursing, such as child and adolescent mental health, addiction psychiatry, or forensic mental health. As clinical nurse specialists, they provide expert clinical care, education, and support to patients and their families, working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

5. Researcher and Educator: Some graduates choose to pursue careers in research and academia, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field of mental health nursing. They may work as nurse researchers, conducting studies to improve mental health care practices and outcomes, or as educators, teaching future generations of mental health nurses in academic institutions.

6. Policy Advisor and Advocate: Graduates can advocate for policy changes and improvements in mental health care delivery as policy advisors, consultants, or lobbyists. They work with government agencies, non-profit organizations, and advocacy groups to influence healthcare policies and ensure that individuals with mental health needs receive equitable and effective care.

7. International Opportunities: The skills and qualifications acquired through the BSc Hons Mental Health Nursing program at UCC are recognized internationally, providing graduates with opportunities to work abroad in countries facing similar challenges in mental health care provision.