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Psychology of Mental Health, MSc at University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MSc Psychology of Mental Health provides practical mental health knowledge for supporting colleagues, service users and employees, rather than a traditional psychology degree. It is delivered at the Preston Campus.

Faculty: School of Psychology and Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time also available  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules: Essential Research Methods, Ethics and Analysis; Understanding Mental Health and Neurodiversity; Psychology in a Crisis: Trauma, Resilience and Self-Care; Uniquely Human: Individual Differences Across the Lifespan; Applied Psychology Research in Practice.

Career pathways

Mental health and wellbeing roles in schools, colleges and universities; support, advocacy and outreach in the charity sector; wellbeing and people-support roles in HR.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2:1 degree in a related subject with sufficient psychology content and research skills; BPS accreditation not necessary and each applicant is considered on individual merit. English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,200 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time also available

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