MSc Mental Health and Wellbeing in Practice at Manchester Metropolitan University

On our MSc Mental Health and Wellbeing in Practice course, you’ll cover key theories and principles to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience for a career in mental health and wellbeing. This programme combines hands-on practice through a work-integrated learning placement with the theoretical foundations and fundamentals of clinical psychology and psychiatry. Through studying this programme, you will gain an understanding of the mental health and wellbeing of individuals in different populations, ranging from children and young people to elderly individuals, with recognition of intersections, diversity and culture.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Education  |  Department: School of Psychology  |  Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MSc Mental Health and Wellbeing in Practice focuses on the growing importance of mental health, heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic. It aligns with societal priorities and the upcoming expansion of mental health services given the large amount of the population who are impacted due to poor psychological wellbeing and mental health. Modules core: Research Principles and Methods, Research For Innovation Dissertation, Clinical Skills and Core Therapeutic Principles, Contemporary and Critical Issues in Mental Health and Wellbeing, Models of Mental Health and Wellbeing, Professional Practice Values.

Career pathways

Mental health services in the UK are growing, particularly with the NHS expanding its provision in response to growing demand from the population. Mental health remains one of the core public health challenges, and there is a need for mental health workers within multi-disciplinary roles.

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