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Health Psychology MSc

University of Aberdeen

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Foresterhill Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This MSc programme in Health Psychology, which is accredited by the British Psychological Society, offers you the opportunity to expand on and apply your knowledge and skills to help solve some of the big health issues facing society today.Health Psychology is the fastest growing field of psychology in the UK. This MSc programme aims to provide you with an understanding of theories and methods in this exciting field and the ability to apply them to play an active role in helping solve the health challenges our society faces.Successful completion of the MSc Health Psychology confers Stage 1 of the BPS training requirements for Chartered Health Psychologist status.Although the topics covered are diverse, the main areas of interest are:Health behaviours - understanding and changing participation in health damaging and health protecting behavioursPsychological aspects of illness and disability - examining the psychological impact of illness on individuals, families and carers, promoting positive 'illness behaviours'Health related cognitions and emotions - investigating the cognitive and emotional processes which explain health and illness behavioursProcesses influencing the delivery of health care - studying factors that influence how health care professionals and organisations deliver careProfessional practice - training in key skills such as cognitive-behavioural therapy, motivational interviewing and health coaching

Tuition fees

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£ 23,000per year

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University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, University Office, Regent Walk, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB24 3FX, United Kingdom

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One of the top 30 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide league tables 2026).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
Experienced international student advisers with immigration expertise supporting students from application to graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    39th out of 118 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 220
    173 78%

    11th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    58.0 58%

    95th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    35th

    2

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