MSc Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at University of Suffolk

Programme overview

The MSc in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) offers rigorous, evidence-based training in the theory and clinical practice of CBT. The programme has been developed to align with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Minimum Training Standards, ensuring that students receive a curriculum consistent with professional accreditation requirements with the University preparing to seek formal accreditation. On successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a MSc Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.

Faculty: School of Health Sciences and Society | Duration: Two years part-time | Study mode: part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Fundamentals of Theory and Practice in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Mandatory), Clinical Foundations and Introductory Practice in CBT (Mandatory), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Anxiety Disorders (Mandatory), Clinical Placement (Mandatory). Year 2: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Mood Disorders (Mandatory), Adaptations, Comorbidity and Complexity (Mandatory), Dissertation (Mandatory), Clinical Placement (Mandatory).

Career pathways

This MSc prepares graduates to practise CBT within a range of mental health and wellbeing settings, including the NHS, higher education, charities, and private practice. Graduates will have developed the supervised experience and clinical competencies required to apply for individual BABCP accreditation once they have completed all course and post-qualification requirements.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree and at least one year of clinical experience involving mental health or psychological support. Students should be 21 years or over. Applicants will either have to evidence that they have previously completed a core profession training in a field relevant to mental health or will need to complete a KSA portfolio. The course team can provide further information; Access to a suitable clinical placement where CBT can be practised with clients experiencing anxiety and/or depression. Access to a BABCP-accredited clinical supervisor for the duration of the placement. An enhanced DBS with the Adult Barred List check, and is registered on the Online Update Service - fees apply; Entry is by interview and appropriate references. Students will be 21 or over at the start of the course, although in exceptional circumstances applicants will be accepted below this age if they can demonstrate an appropriate level of maturity

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Two years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://oasis.uos.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=APPLY_ONLINE&code2=0001

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