Clinical Psychology and Mental Health MSc

What you will study

On this course, you will engage with a range of foundational theories and clinical skills for enhancing psychological health and wellbeing. Topics include professional and ethical practice, assessment and formulation, developing a therapeutic relationship, and enhancing engagement.

You will study current and critically relevant topics such as neurodiversity, diversity and inclusion, evidence-based psychological interventions (e.g. cognitive behavioural therapy and systemic therapy), and global perspectives on mental ill health and wellbeing.

Several modules focus on your development as a reflective practitioner with input from individuals with lived experience to help you apply your knowledge to clinical settings. This person-centred approach has real-world applicability and will enhance access to further authentic clinical research, professional training, and employability in the field of psychology and mental health.

You’ll choose a research topic of your choice and complete either a theory-driven or problem-driven dissertation (arising from a real-world setting) to build on your research capabilities. We’ll match your interests with the expertise of our academic staff, ensuring you get the best support. Depending on your previous experience, you will have an opportunity to choose between two research modules to best suit your needs.

Research groups

You’ll be invited to join one of our research groups, where you’ll participate in discussions about research topics, findings and publications, and you’ll benefit from our links with renowned research institutions across the world.

Our research addresses the mental health needs of those across the life span from children and their families, emerging adults, perinatal mental health transitions in adulthood, and ageing well in later life. We also research the complexity of managing co-morbid conditions and attending to the diversity of need in our communities.

We have a host of external speakers that visit us and present their work, and a collection of seminars and workshops, allowing you to network with like-minded individuals.

Facilities

Our exceptional facilities will give you access to the latest equipment, including a virtual reality suite to simulate real-life scenarios and two observation labs. You’ll also have access to an extensive library of psychometric and clinical tests, 20 bookable project rooms, a breakout space, equipment lockers and a computer lab.