Psychology (Clinical & Mental Health), BSc (Hons) at University of Lancashire

A BSc giving a grounding in psychology with a focus on clinical and mental health issues, designed as a route towards clinical psychology and related mental health roles. Delivered in short, focused blocks, with teaching by academics and clinical professionals.

Faculty: School of Psychology and Humanities  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core psychology modules cover cognitive and biological, developmental and social psychology with analytical and research methods, then Principles of Clinical and Mental Health Psychology, a clinical and health psychology module applying cognitive behavioural theories, work placement preparation and an Applied Psychology Project. A placement year is an option.

Career pathways

Graduates can progress to clinical psychology training, or to roles such as Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, CBT therapist, Children's Wellbeing Practitioner, assistant clinical psychologist or research assistant, and work across education, business, industry and the NHS.

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