Psychological Therapies and Interventions,PGDip

Why choose Psychological Therapies and Interventions MSc/PGDip at Middlesex?

This course will provide you with the academic, practical and research skills you need for further professional training in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, psychotherapy, clinical research, and health management.

You will be introduced to a range of approaches to psychological therapy and intervention, and will be supported to develop a range of therapeutic communication and intervention skills both in workshops and through work experience.

As part of the master's degree, you will also acquire the knowledge and skills required to critically assess research in therapeutic psychology and to carry out your own research on a topic that is relevant to psychological therapies or interventions. You'll be taught by staff who are therapy practitioners and researchers in mental health, psychological wellbeing and trauma.

There is also the option of undertaking a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies and Interventions (which involves completing all modules except the dissertation module, and gaining 120 credits), or undertaking a PG Certificate in Psychological Interventions (gaining 60 credits through completion of two modules; the Counselling and Psychotherapy, and Trauma Impact and Interventions modules).

Please note that this course does not result in a therapy practitioner qualification.

What you will gain

You will gain a range of skills in therapeutic communication, motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioural intervention, and you'll develop a reflective approach to the development of these skills.

You'll also develop the knowledge and skills required to critically assess research in therapeutic psychology, and be able to undertake novel research in an area relating to psychological therapies or interventions.

In addition, you'll be introduced to a wide range of approaches to psychological therapies, you'll focus on the effects of trauma and trauma interventions, and you'll have the chance to undertake a clinically relevant psychology placement.

Qualifications

Careers

How can the Psychological Therapies and Interventions MSc/PGDip support your career?

Around one in four people will seek professional support for a mental health problem during their lifetime, which means there is consistently high demand for psychological therapies and interventions.

This is designed to help you create a career in psychological therapy or mental health by building on your knowledge, practical skills, experience and confidence. This will help you when applying for highly competitive roles such as Assistant Psychologist or clinical psychology Research Assistant.

Our university's postgraduate courses have been recognised for their ability to support your career.

We are a top 10 UK University for employability (UniCompare Rankings 2025), and a top 10 UK university for industry connections and funding in Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024.

Career paths

Upon graduation, you could go on to work in the areas of mental health, psychological and social wellbeing, overseas development work, and clinical research. You could also pursue a career in clinical psychology such as psychotherapy and counselling training. Or you could choose to continue your academic studies and undertake a PhD in psychology.

We also aim to attract professionals working with deprived client groups in the field of interventions, treatments and social policy, and this qualification will enhance your career path.

Some of the roles our graduates have gone on to work in include Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, Mental Health Worker, Assistant Psychologists, and previous students have worked for the NHS and Place2Be.

Other students have gone onto practitioner courses having gained key knowledge and experience on this course, such as Counselling Psychology doctorates and Psychotherapy and Counselling postgraduate courses.

Please note, this course does not provide BPS or BACP accreditation.

MDXworks

MDXworks, our employability service, will help you make the most of your experience and connections to achieve your career goals. You'll have unlimited access to one-to-one advice and support from specialists in your sector plus 24/7 online support. You can also make the most of events and networking opportunities, on and off campus.

Global alumni network

You’ll be studying with students from 122 countries who’ll become part of your personal global network. You'll learn how to work with a global mindset and make invaluable connections on your course for your chosen industry.