Sophia Hurst

Sophia Hurst serves as a Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), leveraging 20 years of healthcare experience across private and NHS settings including 7 years as a qualified professional. A UWE Bristol graduate, she recently returned to her alma mater to mentor future mental health nurses with practical industry insights.

Her expertise centers on mental health nursing education and pandemic-related wellbeing innovation, notably as founder of 'Mendable'—an online platform and mobile application providing mental health support during global health crises. She champions student autonomy, encouraging learners to actively shape their educational journey through open questioning and personalized development.

Beyond academia, Hurst maintains a creative career as a musician, composing and performing internationally. This artistic dimension informs her holistic teaching approach, integrating global perspectives into mental health education and student mentorship while emphasizing real-world applicability of theoretical knowledge.