Mental Health Nurses:MSc Pathway for UK

Project Title:

International Nurse Recruitment & Education Programme Programme:

MSc in Mental Health with Leadership Partner Institution:

University of Leicester Duration:

12 Months Intake:

April 2026 Overview In partnership with the

University of Leicester , this programme recruits

international registered nurses

for a

12-month MSc in Mental Health with Leadership . The programme integrates academic study, OSCE preparation, and supervised NHS clinical placements, offering a structured pathway to

NMC registration

and

UK Graduate Visa–based employment . Key Components 6 months

of taught MSc modules at the University of Leicester 2 weeks

of on-campus OSCE training and examination 6 months

of supervised clinical placement with NHS mental health partners Eligibility Criteria Internationally registered nurse Eligible for NMC registration and OSCE Willing to study and complete clinical placement in the UK Ability to self-fund tuition, living expenses, visa, and related costs Programme Outcomes Award of

MSc in Mental Health with Leadership OSCE completion and

eligibility for NMC registration UK Graduate Visa (2 years)

enabling employment in NHS or private healthcare settings Support Provided Admissions and eligibility verification OSCE training and exam preparation Visa guidance, travel, and UK induction support