MSc Clinical Health Psychology at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The MSc Clinical Health Psychology offers advanced study of psychological techniques for people with health conditions that can be prevented, treated or rehabilitated. It covers research methods, health behaviour change, psycho-oncology and adjustment to long-term physical illness. It prepares graduates for further research, professional training in psychology or other related professional training.

What you will study

Core modules: Health Behaviour Change; Psycho-oncology: Living with and beyond a cancer diagnosis; Psychological Adjustment in Long-Term Physical Conditions; Applied Research Methods; Data Analysis; and a 60-credit Clinical Health Psychology Dissertation. Optional modules: Applied Psychology Experience and Introduction to Therapeutic Skills.

Career pathways

Placement opportunities are available in a range of clinical and health psychology settings. The course prepares graduates for more advanced research, professional psychology training and related careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above in Psychology or an acceptable related subject, or equivalent qualification. Intercalating medical and dental students (QUB: completed 3rd/4th year at first attempt with at least 2.1 standard and permission to intercalate; external: all assessments passed at first attempt with permission from their home university). Recognition of prior learning is possible. A deposit is required to secure a place. Apply ideally by 30 June 2027. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no component below 5.5 (taken within the last 2 years).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,250 a year (2027/28). Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland rate Source

International applicants: GBP 29,000 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other rate Source

Intake: September 2027

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

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