How should we care for people with mental health issues? What’s the impact of substance misuse? Why is family-centred care important? At King’s College London, we’ll help you answer these big questions and teach you how to help people during the most challenging times of their lives. As a mental health nurse, you need to be prepared for fast-paced, challenging situations. From forensic psychiatry to child and adolescent mental health, we’ve designed our course to equip you with the skills you need to help people facing a wide range of challenges across the lifespan.

Key benefits

• You will be studying at the #1 nursing faculty in the world (2025 QS World University Rankings).
• King’s College London offers exciting opportunities with two world-class academic health science centres and renowned teaching hospitals providing care.
• Our study courses are delivered by internationally renowned clinicians and academics with a strong focus on promoting evidence-based care and appreciation of translational research.
• You will have the opportunity to take part in our bespoke King’s ‘Virtual Placements’ using a range of simulation modalities such as AI, 360-degree scenarios and live patient interactions. These provide further learning opportunities in areas that you may not always experience in clinical practice, particularly in terms of digital healthcare.
• You'll have the option to take an elective placement in the UK or abroad during year 2.
• A training grant of £5,000 from the NHS Learning Support Fund (LSF), and financial support for excess placement travel or accommodation costs.
• We are the largest provider of nursing education in the Russell Group.

“Studying mental health nursing has been an incredible journey, blending academic learning, practical placements, and a vibrant social life. ”

Sinead, Mental Health Nursing BScShow more