MSc Health Psychology

Course Overview This MSc Health Psychology degree provides the essential Stage 1 training required to become a chartered health psychologist, blending advanced theory with practical experience. You will learn to understand the biological, social, and environmental factors that influence health and develop the skills to support patients managing chronic conditions. The course includes a dedicated 100-hour work placement to gain valuable real-world experience and enhance your professional readiness. Key Program Highlights Accredited Stage 1 course by the British Psychological Society (BPS), the first step towards becoming a chartered health psychologist Complete a 100-hour professional work placement to apply theory in practical healthcare settings Gain a systematic understanding of how psychological, social, and biological factors impact health and illness Develop expert skills to support patients in managing long-term conditions and improving health behaviors Graduate with a qualification that opens doors to Stage 2 training or direct employment in health promotion, research, and chronic illness management