Health Psychology MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert at De Montfort University

Explore how psychology can help us understand and address some of today's most important health challenges. Our BPS-accredited MSc Health Psychology combines contemporary psychological theory and research with applied learning, developing the knowledge and skills to make a positive contribution across health, public health, research and related sectors.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Life Sciences  |  Duration: One year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Theories and Perspectives in Health Psychology. Year 2: Research Methods for Applied Psychologists, Critical and International Perspectives on Health Psychology. Year 3: Applied Statistics in Health Psychology, Promoting Health, Managing Illness, Mind, Body, Food and Health.

Career pathways

The MSc Health Psychology develops advanced knowledge alongside a broad range of research, professional and transferable skills. These include critical thinking, research design and data analysis, evidence evaluation, communication, ethical decision-making, reflective practice, and the ability to apply psychological theory and evidence to real-world health challenges.

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