MSc Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at Teesside University

Programme overview

An MSc approved by the British Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapies (BABCP), developed in response to the growing role of cognitive behavioural therapy in healthcare. It explores how scientific principles inform CBT practice and extends CBT knowledge and skills for depression and anxiety. Applicants with a PgDip in CBT may apply for advanced standing to the final part of the MSc.

Department: Nursing & Health | Duration: 3 years part-time | Intake: January | Study mode: part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: The Fundamentals of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Anxiety Disorders, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Depression, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Practice, Evidence-based Practice, Developing Research Projects and Dissertation. Assessment includes critical reflections on therapy sessions, case studies and a research project, and specific practice competencies must be achieved. Study is at the Darlington and Middlesbrough campuses, with the final part deliverable from home or work.

Career pathways

Graduates have opportunities in statutory and non-statutory mental health services as cognitive behavioural therapists. The course is BABCP-accredited.

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Entry requirements

A health-related degree at 2:2 or above and work with suitable clients who have anxiety or depression (prior level 6 learning may be explored if no degree). A core professional background (for example nursing, social work, occupational therapy, clinical or counselling psychology, psychiatry, BACP/CPC-accredited counselling) or evidence of completing a mental health training programme; at least two years' clinical work in a mental health role; evidence of foundation-level or sustained CPD in CBT; a valid Enhanced DBS check. To complete the final part of the MSc, the PgDip in CBT must have been completed within the last five years. Applications cannot be accepted from international students requiring a student visa.

Intake: January

Duration: 3 years part-time

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