BSc (Hons) Mental Health and Wellbeing
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BSc (Hons) Mental Health and Wellbeing
This programme is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in the field of mental health and wellbeing. The course focuses on understanding, supporting, and promoting psychological wellness across diverse populations. Students explore the biological, psychological, and social factors affecting mental health, alongside evidence-based methods for intervention and support. Ethical, policy, and cultural considerations are integrated throughout, preparing graduates to operate confidently in community, healthcare, and organisational settings.
Practical activities, case studies, and placements help students develop professional competence, empathy, and the ability to apply theory in real-world scenarios. The curriculum also addresses digital wellbeing and contemporary challenges such as workplace stress, social media influence, and global health issues. Graduates are prepared for careers in mental health services, wellbeing promotion, and related sectors within healthcare, education, and social care.
Academic Journey
Duration: 3 years (Full-time) or 4 Years with Foundation
Optional Placement Year Available
Inside the Learning Segments
Foundation Year
- Communication Skills
- Data Skills
- Research Methods
- Professional Development
Year 1
- Foundations of Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Introduction to Psychology
- Human Growth and Development
- Public Health and Society
- Academic and Professional Skills
Year 2
- Mental Health Interventions and Therapies
- Understanding Mental Illness and Recovery
- Policy, Law, and Ethics in Mental Health
- Research Methods in Health and Social Care
- Community and Workplace Wellbeing Strategies
Year 3
- Contemporary Issues in Mental Health
- Digital Wellbeing and Innovation in Care
- Leadership in Health and Wellbeing Services
- Undergraduate Major Project (Research or Applied Project)
Discover Your Career Direction
This programme combines academic study with practical experience, preparing graduates for professional roles in mental health and wellbeing. The final-year project often involves applied research or community-based initiatives, helping students develop industry-relevant skills. Graduates will be able to design and implement wellbeing programmes, support mental health recovery, and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Career routes
Graduates often pursue roles such as:
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Wellbeing Coordinator
- Community Mental Health Practitioner
- Youth Support Worker
- Counselling Assistant
- Corporate Wellbeing Advisor
Graduates may also continue their studies through postgraduate programmes, such as MSc in Mental Health, MSc in Public Health, or professional training in counselling and psychotherapy.
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