MSc Clinical Health Psychology

The University of Strathclyde MSc Clinical Health Psychology is a programme that provides you with knowledge and practical skills across clinical, health, and neuropsychology, alongside training in professional practice and research methods. You can complete this course in 12 months (full-time) or 24 months (part-time), and the course also includes a supervised research dissertation.

The curriculum for this course covers major subjects like Applied Psychology Topics, Professional Practice, Research Methods, and Introduction to Psychological Therapies. It also includes practitioner-led workshops using role-play to build clinical skills, and the dissertation can be a primary study, secondary data analysis, or a systematic review.

The University of Strathclyde was established in 1796 and has had a rich history of useful learning, serving society with practical learning. It enjoys a good reputation for its world-class education and research, with a focus on technology and innovation. The University provides a great variety of academic programmes in the four faculties, such as Engineering, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, and the Strathclyde Business School. The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in courses like Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business and the Arts, among many others.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement, a relevant academic and/or employer reference, and their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in Psychology from a UK university, or an overseas equivalent.
• If the degree is not from the UK, applicants must provide evidence of having completed modules in both statistics and research methods, along with a research project or dissertation, in their undergraduate or postgraduate psychology degree.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need a minimum overall score of IELTS 7.0, with no individual component score below 6.5.
• The writing component must be 7.0 or above, or applicants can submit equivalent test scores such as TOEFL or PTE.

The annual tuition fee for international students on the MSc Clinical Health Psychology at the University of Strathclyde is £24,650.

The University of Strathclyde offers a range of scholarships to support postgraduate students. These include the Glasgow 850 International Masters Scholarships and other Faculty of Engineering awards for exceptional applicants. The university also offers a 15% tuition fee discount for all graduates returning for a postgraduate course.

Graduates are highly employable and often move on to further academic study or professional posts in healthcare and research. Potential career paths include:

• Assistant Psychologist
• Community Mental Health Worker
• Academic Researcher (following completion of a PhD)
• Research Assistant
• Public Health Specialist

International students can submit their applications directly to the university. Our trained advisors are available to assist you through the process.