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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
City Centre Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
22-SEP-25
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
Our MSc Health Psychology course at Birmingham City University is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as Stage 1 of the professional training in Health Psychology and provides you with the essential step towards becoming a Chartered Health Psychologist.The course is designed to supply you with an in-depth investigation into the key theoretical and practical issues in health psychology and apply them to contemporary health issues. We will examine the role of psychology in determining how to manage health conditions, how to develop and evaluate health interventions such as CBT and motivational interviewing, and how psychological processes and interactions with healthcare professionals can influence health outcomes.You will also learn the importance of considering the impact of health inequalities, economic and social influences on health and wellbeing. You will have a specialist module dedicated to enhancing your professional identity, personal development and skills, which is invaluable in preparing you for work/training as a practitioner and/or scientist in the global health sector.You will be taught the skills and theory you need to be successful in the health psychology industry.Gaining practical experience in these sectors will complement your learning and on-going career development.We encourage you to gain voluntary work experience within the charity and health-related sectors.
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£ 18,600per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
92nd
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Campus address
Birmingham City University, University House, 15 Bartholomew Row, Birmingham, Birmingham, B5 5JU, England
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Subject ranking
70th out of 118 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 213127 59%63rd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10063.0 63%55th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.11 78%39th
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