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MSc - Master of Science
University of Salford
Full Time
16-SEP-24
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Salford
Full time
16-SEP-24
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
University of Salford
Part time
16-SEP-24
3 years
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This course will equip you with a valuable professional insight into topics including the causes of addiction and how Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based psychotherapies can be used to help address stress, depression, chronic pain and other related disorders.
You'll find the course particularly relevant if you are working in the NHS or healthcare independent sector, including addiction clinics, and want to develop your knowledge and understanding of psychological therapy beyond the basic level offered in some professional qualification courses.
For further information, take a look at our Psychology blog.
You will:
Teaching
This course is taught using a mixture of approaches including the following:
Assessment
You will be assessed in a variety of ways including:
WHAT YOUNEED TO KNOW
APPLICANT PROFILE
Ideally, you will have a sound understanding of core psychology, an interest in applied psychology and psychological interventions and a desire for professional development within psychology. Experience gained working in an applied setting or with individuals receiving therapeutic interventions will provide valuable context for the course.
Psychology graduates (and graduates in related disciplines) and health and social care professionals who are interested in therapeutic treatment options. The course is also a route towards a professional doctorate or an academic / research career.
Students need to have 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in psychology or other health/social care related discipline, e.g. counselling, health sciences, nursing. We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.
Students living in
Domestic
£8,820 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£16,380 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£16,380 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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