MSc Clinical Applications of Psychology at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

Develop an in-depth understanding of clinical psychology and mental health, focusing on the assessment and treatment of psychological disorder. You can choose to start this course in September or January. Course durations may vary slightly and you can contact us for more information.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027, January 2027 | Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Develop your understanding of adult mental health problems, evidence-based psychological models and research methods. You’ll consider factors that affect mental health, including psychological and sociocultural risk factors. Year 1: Mental Health and Distress: Approaches to Assessment and Diagnosis, Issues in Scientific Research, Clinical Formulation and Treatment, Psychology Dissertation; options include Quantitative Research Methods, Essential Research Methods.

Career pathways

ARU gave me the education, skills and support I needed to succeed, and I’m now training as a clinical psychologist. Get the knowledge, critical thinking and research skills for a range of careers in mental health, wellbeing and related sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2.1 undergraduate degree in Psychology or other closely related discipline, or equivalent. Applicants with a borderline 2.2/2:1 Graduate Basis for Recognition (GBR) undergraduate degree in Psychology may be considered for the course on an individual basis via an interview. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 ( Academic level), or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. The study of Psychology at MSc degree level requires the understanding and application of scientific methodology throughout the course and so applicants need to demonstrate an aptitude for logical thinking, an interest in scientific methodology and a reasonable level of numeracy. Please note that this course does not include clinical work with children, patients or mental health service users. This course does not constitute professional training.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,275 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: UK students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 20,925 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: International students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

Intake: September 2027, January 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online?course=&route=p1341

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