Nursing (Dispersed Learning) (Mental Health), BSc (Hons)

The Dispersed Learning pathway for our acclaimed Mental Health Nursing degree will be available to applicants in the Hywel Dda University Health Board area, embodying the principle that education is accessible anytime and anywhere for all. Mental health nurses are essential in supporting individuals across ages and backgrounds during challenging times. This three-year course equips students with the theoretical and practical skills needed for high-quality, compassionate care, enhancing mental health services for patients, carers, and families.Students will build interpersonal and communication abilities to collaborate with professionals like psychiatrists and social workers. Through a blended-learning model, participants engage in diverse practice environments, simulations, and face-to-face sessions, supported by a cloud-based platform. Leveraging Swansea's expertise, the program includes hands-on care and exposure to various health roles. Ranked in the UK's Top 10 for Nursing (Times Good University Guide 2024), our staff—qualified nurses, doctors, and clinicians—blend rigorous theory with practical insight. Note: The course is pending approval, with applications accepted but offers conditional on confirmation.

Introduction to Nursing and Health Care (Mental Health – Dispersed Learning); Understanding health and illness (Mental Health – Dispersed Learning); Contexts of Care (Mental Health – Dispersed Learning); Acute Care (Mental Health – Dispersed Learning); Care of the Person with a Long-Term Condition and Palliative Care Needs (Mental Health – Dispersed Learning); Ensuring Quality Care (Mental Health – Dispersed Learning); Care of the Service User with complex needs (Mental Health – Dispersed Learning); Advancing Nursing Practice (Mental Health – Dispersed Learning); Preparation for Professional Practice (Mental Health – Dispersed Learning)