About the MSc Psychological Well-being and Mental Health course
A distinctive feature of the this postgraduate psychology course to equip students with both in-depth knowledge and professional and research skills. These are required to evaluate, assess, and advance the current understanding of what works in helping adults achieve psychological wellbeing and good mental health. Students will develop their knowledge of the psychological principles underlying the psychological therapy models explored and also apply this knowledge through hands-on exercises.
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MSc Psychological Well-being and Mental Health course content
During the course students will study modules covering a range of topics. These will include the following core modules:
- Core Mental Health Theory
- Contemporary Issues in Mental Health
- Mental Health Epidemiology
- Assessment, Case Formulation, and Intervention
- Research and Professional Skills
- Advanced Mental Theory
- Psychological Wellbeing
- Psychometrics
- Qualitative Research Design and Analysis
- Research Project / Theoretical Dissertation.
Study and support
The course is delivered largely through interactive workshops and discussions, small-group teaching and individual project supervision but there may also be some lectures. You will also be expected to engage in independent study and will have access to the state-of-the-art facilities within the department and the University’s virtual learning environment.
Assessment
A balanced range of assessments will be used to assess students on a modular basis including:
- coursework essays
- case studies
- extended essays
- examinations
- presentations
- research project.
Research
Find out more about the Psychological Well-being and Mental Health research group in their latest newsletter.
Your future career in Psychological Well-being and Mental Health
This course is aimed at people intending to work or already employed in healthcare, counselling, social care and related areas.
You will be well placed to secure employment in the mental health sector. The course will also enhance any further studies or research in the areas of clinical or counselling psychology.
Entry requirements
- You will need an undergraduate degree (minimum 2.2) in Psychology or an allied discipline such as nursing; or another recognised equivalent qualification.
- Applicants with professional / practice qualifications (such as RMN, RN) and equivalent life skills will also be considered but will be required to demonstrate how their experiences (for example working as a Nurse or Counsellor) would enable them to study this course at HE M Level in their Personal Statement.
- One academic or vocational reference is required.
English language entry requirements
See the English language entry requirements for courses at the School of Social Sciences and a full list of all English language qualifications accepted by the University.
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Scholarships
The School of Social Sciences' Scholarship Scheme provides a number of awards to students on taught Masters courses.
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