Course summary
Health Psychology is developing rapidly in the UK and internationally in response to the increase in non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes and obesity. There is growing need for a psychological approach to managing lifestyle choices and healthcare delivery to address the impact on health. Providing stage one of the professional training in Health Psychology, this course is for graduate students who wish to pursue professional careers in Psychology and its applications to health and illness. Alongside building your knowledge and skills in Health Psychology, you will further develop independent learning, verbal and written communication skills, time management and research skills. Many of our graduates pursue a career as a professional psychologist, and many will go on to complete stage two of the training required to become a registered health psychologist. Alternatively, you may opt for a range of careers in health and related disciplines and some may further their studies by completing a PhD.
Entry requirements
Please note, this is not a conversion course – you must have an existing Psychology degree to enrol. To enrol in the course, applicants will require EITHER At least a 2:1 honours degree in psychology conferring eligibility for GBC membership of the British Psychological Society (or National/international Equivalent e.g. PSI). OR An accredited MSc Psychology conversion course with a merit grade or above PLUS Evidence of competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grades A-C or equivalent). Important information to note: If you have a Psychology degree but do NOT hold Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the British Psychological Society (BPS), you will need to apply for it before joining this MSc programme. Speak to an Enrolment Advisor for guidance (complete the form on this page) It can take up to eight weeks for the BPS to review your application for GBC, so please make sure to apply as soon as possible so that you can be enrolled in the next intake.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
Ulster University
Cromore Road
Coleraine
BT52 1SA