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MSc - Master of Science
Kedleston Road Campus
Full Time
JAN
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
Kedleston Road Campus
Full Time
JAN
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Kedleston Road Campus
Part Time
JAN
2 years
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Course description
Study a course that provides Stage One training in Health Psychology for those that already hold Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC). This course is a pre-requisite for entry onto the second stage of training in Health Psychology, which together will provide eligibility for Chartered Psychologist status with the British Psychological Society and equip you to practice as a HCPC registered Health Psychologist.
Learn from lecturers at the forefront of psychological research
Develop professional skills and learn about professional issues in Health Psychology
You could work across a range of areas including; roles within the NHS, public, private and charity sectors
Engage in inter-professional learning across the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care
Gain access to guest lectures and additional learning resources where possible.
Careers
Health psychology specialists work in a range of settings across the NHS, industry and local authorities as well as in the voluntary sector and academia. A number of our graduates have gone on to deliver services in health promotion, public health, mental health and chronic illness management. There are also opportunities to enter other graduate professions, such as education and management.
BSc (Hons) Psychology qualification that confers Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) with the BPS. Applicants should usually have a 2:1 or above, although we will consider applicants with a 2:2 where there is relevant experience and subject to a satisfactory interview. We will also consider applicants with closely aligned degree qualifications where there is relevant experience.
Students living in
Domestic
£9,450 per year
Students from Domestic
£9,450 for the full course
£14,900 per year
Students from EU
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£14,900 per year
Students from International
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