Program Overview: MSc Mental Health with Leadership (University of Leicester)
Location: Leicester, UK
Intake: April 2026
Capacity: 20 Seats (Limited)
This is a premium pathway for international nurses to obtain a Master’s degree from a top UK university while gaining direct exposure to the NHS, leading to full registration and high-paying employment in the UK.
Requirements
Candidate Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this program, candidates must meet the following academic and language requirements:
1. Academic Qualification: Nursing or Post Basic Nursing.
2. Work Experience: Not mandatory (freshers are welcome to apply).
3. English Language Proficiency:
Option A: Valid IELTS / OET / PTE score (Preferred).
Option B: Minimum 70% marks in Class 12 English (Standard 12th).
Benefits
Program Structure & Benefits
This 12-month program is divided into academic and clinical phases to ensure the candidate is career-ready.
4. Phase 1 (6 Months): Intensive MSc Academic Modules at the University of Leicester.
5. Phase 2 (6 Months): NHS Mental Health Placement (Internship) for hands-on clinical experience.
6. Phase 3 (2 Weeks): On-campus OSCE & CBT Training to prepare for UK nursing registration.
Key Benefits & Outcomes:
7. Full MSc Degree from the University of Leicester.
8. NMC Registration: Eligibility to work as a Registered Nurse in the UK.
9. Graduate Visa: 18-month stay-back option post-completion.
10. High Earning Potential: * Band 5 Nurse: ~£34,000 per annum.
Band 6 Nurse: ~£38,000 per annum.