Queen's University Belfast

Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy PgDip

Queen's University BelfastBelfast, United Kingdom

Course overview

Anxiety and depression are among the most common mental health disorders experienced by all ages. Cognitive Behaviour Psychotherapy (CBP) is currently the key recommended psychological treatment for these and other mental health conditions. It is essential that practitioners are prepared with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to deliver CBP competently.

This course is written to the requirements of the lead organisation in the UK which sets the competency standards for Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy. The teaching at the University is of the highest standard. This course will fundamentally alter the way clinicians work in practice.‌ The Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy is jointly offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery and the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work.

It is a rationalisation of two separate postgraduate diplomas in CBP/CBT which were previously offered by the two Schools. The programme meets the minimum training requirements for accreditation as a CBP therapist by the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). Please note that this course is not eligible for a Student route visa.

Key highlights

  • Meets minimum BABCP training requirements for CBP therapist accreditation
  • Written to UK lead organisation's CBP competency standards
  • Jointly taught by nursing and social sciences schools
  • Prepares clinicians to deliver CBP for anxiety and depression

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — 2.2

Scholarships

  • International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

    Year one award of between £2000 and £5000.

    Up to £2,000
  • The Burdett Trust MSc Nursing Scholarships

    For Home Students: Tuition fees £7,665 Stipend £10,250. For International Students: Tuition fees £24,295 Stipend £17,000

  • Vice Chancellor’s International Attainment Scholarship - Postgraduate Taught

    Value: 50% of tuition fees paid for up to a maximum of two years.

    Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist
  • CBT Therapist
  • High Intensity Therapist
  • Mental Health Nurse Specialist
  • Clinical Social Worker

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,140

Admission

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