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Psychology of Mental Health (Conversion) MSc

The University of Edinburgh

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    The University of Edinburgh

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    09-SEP-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

The programme provides detailed coverage of all core aspects of psychology: Developmental; social; cognitive; biological psychology; individual difference.

It also includes conceptual and theoretical perspectives in psychology, and psychological research methods and data analysis. You will complete a research project in an area of psychology relevant to mental health.

Why is this programme unique?

It is the only British Psychological Society accredited MSc conversion programme that focuses on the psychology of mental health.

This focus is particularly suited to those who wish to pursue a career in a caring profession such as clinical psychology.

The programme is also unique in being delivered jointly by a staff team offering unrivalled expertise in both psychological science and clinical psychology.

Career opportunities

Graduates will be eligible to register with the British Psychological Society through graduate basis for chartered membership (GBC). This will create career opportunities where a psychology degree is advantageous or essential. It also creates opportunities for advanced professional training in psychology (e.g. Clinical Psychology or Educational Psychology), which normally require an undergraduate degree in psychology.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 28,800per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Edinburgh, Student Recruitment and Admissions, 33 Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH8 9JS, Scotland

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    17th out of 118 4

    4th out of 75 14

  • Entry standards

    / Max 215
    198 93%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    28th

    3
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.63 73%

    98th

    16
  • Entry standards

    / Max 174
    159 89%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    100.0 100%

    1st

    38
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.70 74%

    59th

    27

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