Clinical Psychology - MSc at University of South Wales

A taught master's giving grounding in mental health problems, psychological disorders and behavioural problems, designed for Psychology or joint honours graduates aiming for Assistant Psychologist or Research Assistant roles and clinical psychology doctorate applications. Placements are available in the Early Intervention Service at the on-site Behaviour Analysis Clinic.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2027 (Pontypridd)  |  Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research Methods in Clinical Psychology: Measurement and Professional Issues; History, Concepts and Controversies in Mental Health; Interventions; Perspectives on Psychological Disorders; Addiction, Dependence and Deviance; and a Dissertation in Clinical Psychology (15,000 words). Teaching is on two days a week through lectures, seminars, workshops and supervision.

Career pathways

Clinical Psychology Doctorate programmes, Assistant Psychologist and Research Assistant posts.

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