Course Overview

The course prepares you for various careers in mental health, including working as an assistant psychologist or a psychological wellbeing practitioner or applying for a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.

You will strengthen your research skills and learn what is required to practise professionally, although the programme does not confer a licence.

Students understand the backdrop of current thinking on the nature of mental health, how to formulate problems based on social, psychological and neurological factors, and the best evidence-based interventions. You will learn how to apply this knowledge to treat various mental health problems.

The teaching staff bring a depth of experience to this course, which our students have always valued. Our close working relationships with the Hull Clinical Psychology Training Programme and local health and social care services enrich the programme.

General Eligibility

It would be best if you had, or expect to obtain, a 2:2 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in psychology or a closely allied discipline. You should also have at least 30 hours of paid or voluntary work experience relevant to the programme's content. 

Applicants hoping to use the degree to support a future application to Clinical Psychology Training should note that such training courses generally require a 2:1 Honours British Psychological Society accredited degree. This MSc degree will not necessarily compensate for that requirement.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.