University of Essex launches Integrated Masters in Nursing; offers dual awards

NEW DELHI: University of Essex announces its integrated master's in science in nursing (MSci) programme offering dual award in adult and mental health nursing. The University was recently ranked in the top 30 in the UK’s Complete University Guide 2025 and Guardian University Guide 2025, the official Essex University statement said.

The four-year nursing programme is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to excel in two key fields of nursing, making them versatile professionals capable of delivering both physical and mental healthcare, the official Essex notice added.

As per Guardian University Guide 2025, Essex currently holds the 11th position in the UK for Mental Health Nursing and 28th in the UK for general nursing, and 23rd in the UK for Nursing and Midwifery, according to The Mail University Guide 2025.

Essex also ranks 4th for mental health nursing and 14th for adult nursing for overall positivity scores in the National Student Survey 2024 (english broad-discipline higher education institutions), the official Essex notice adds.

Integrated MSci in Nursing: Curriculum

The programme's structure blends 50% clinical practice and 50% theoretical study, allowing students to develop hands-on experience in various healthcare settings while learning the core principles of nursing.

For the first three years, students will be specializing in either adult or mental health nursing, with the flexibility to transition into the dual award track at the end of their third year, subject to academic performance. The final year will focus on the alternative field, allowing students to graduate with dual qualifications.

The placements will be offered across Essex, exposing students to various healthcare environments, including NHS, private, and voluntary settings.

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Integrated MSci in Nursing: Eligibility

The programme eligibility includes a minimum of BBC-CCD (112-88 UCAS tariff points) at A-Level, or equivalent qualifications. Students must have an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in writing and 7.0 in other components.

Participating students can also benefit from the NHS Learning Support Fund, which provides a £5000 grant per academic year to support their studies, along with potential additional financial support for students with dependents.