Psychology of Mental Health MSc
St Mary's University
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MSc - Master of Science

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Strawberry Hill Campus (Main Campus)

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Full Time

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SEP-25

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MSc - Master of Science

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Navigate mental health in the real world with our Psychology of Mental Health mastersSpecialise in mental health care with our hands-on Psychology of Mental Health masters. You will build an extensive knowledge base and critically analyse research as you work towards an original project. You will cover:the causes of mental health conditionsintervention strategiesthe reality of the industrycounselling skillsunderstanding the lived experience of mental health conditions.The masters degree is for ...Read more

Navigate mental health in the real world with our Psychology of Mental Health masters

Specialise in mental health care with our hands-on Psychology of Mental Health masters. You will build an extensive knowledge base and critically analyse research as you work towards an original project. You will cover:

the causes of mental health conditions

intervention strategies

the reality of the industry

counselling skills

understanding the lived experience of mental health conditions.

The masters degree is for students confident with research methods in academic settings, typically after studying psychology or a related subject at undergraduate level.

You can also pursue this programme as a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) or Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) if you are:

interested in this field

considering a career in mental health

cannot commit to a full-time course

dont have a strong background in research methods.

Career opportunities

Our Psychology of Mental Health masters will help you develop essential transferrable skills, such as emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and communication.

Some examples of job roles and areas of work for graduates of Psychology of Mental Health MSc include:

psychotherapy

social work

mental health nursing

occupational therapy

research

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Entry requirements

Students need to have a first degree (with honours) in Psychology or a related discipline at a UK-based institution or equivalent from another country (provided there is substantive Research Methods included in the first degree). If the first degree in Psychology is not from a UK-based institution, or if the first degree is from a UK-based institution but not in Psychology, they will be invited for interview to assess their suitability.

Tuition fees

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£10,800 per year

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£18,450 per year

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Students from EU

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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£18,450 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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St Mary's University
Waldegrave Road Strawberry Hill Twickenham Greater London TW1 4SX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Strawberry Hill  0.2 miles away
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