MSc Applied Mental Health Practice at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

This master’s course will deepen your understanding of contemporary mental health practices and help you apply this knowledge in your profession. Gain a deep understanding of mental health issues and treatment that will enable you to make responsible, complex decisions and develop in your role as a qualified professional.

Faculty: School of Health | Duration: 12 months full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: 20 Sep 2027 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Critical Perspectives in Mental Health Practice, Understanding Mental Health, Critical Reflective Practice, Understanding Social Research & Evaluation, Therapeutic Approaches in Mental Health, Dissertation, Applied Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Skills for Practice, Applied Motivational Interviewing Skills in Practice, Trauma Informed Care.

Career pathways

This course is designed to support your professional development and working knowledge of mental health practice. You’ll examine the core concepts, treatment practices and associated competencies needed to work effectively with mental health clients in your role. Roles include Prisons, Education, Healthcare, Social support services.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of healthcare, counselling, psychotherapy, mental health, nursing, occupational therapy or social work, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. Please note: whilst current relevant employment is not a requirement to study this course, students will be required to reflect on and share experiences of working with clients and service users from a variety of cultures and to examine case studies from a range of personal and professional perspectives, to promote greater awareness of diversity and anti-oppressive practice. The course structure enables each student to consider how they can apply their learning to their individual practice approach, interests and professional development. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements. IELTS IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,930 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £8930. Source

International applicants: GBP 8,930 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £8930. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://myapplication.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

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