MSc Applied Psychology (Therapies)

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.

You will:

• Have the opportunity to follow a route to a professional doctorate and research career paths in psychology

• Understand psychological theories that have a central role to play in modern healthcare provision

• Receive support from a highly qualified team of psychology staff

Undergraduate degree

2.1 Honours degree or equivalent in psychology or other health/social care related discipline, e.g. counselling, health sciences, nursing.

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.