MA Mental Health in Children and Young People

The Leeds Trinity University MA Mental Health in Children and Young People is a practitioner-led course at Leeds Trinity University. It examines the nature of mental health in educational and social care settings. The programme is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to work in multi-professional environments, with an emphasis on supporting and promoting positive mental health in individuals and their families. The course will address present issues and allow students to identify wellbeing concerns, understand the role of organisations in supporting mental health, and develop a preventative approach to meeting needs.

The course uses a multi-disciplinary approach to ensure the course is balanced and all the modules incorporate theory, practice, and research, which are focused on evidence-based methods for early intervention. The students will learn through four main modules and will be able to select optional modules, and are assessed through written essays, case study reports, research proposals, research critiques, reflective portfolios, online seminars and a major research project. The university also offers additional support that includes one-to-one sessions and tutorials to help the students with their academic work.

Leeds Trinity University is an inclusive institution that welcomes international students, giving them a favourable learning environment and a dedication towards student success. The university dates back to 1966, and is well known for its focus on employability, with much emphasis on work placements. It provides many different courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in subjects including Business, Education, Psychology, and Law.

Candidates are required to provide details of their academic and/or relevant work experience, a statement of purpose and references. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is also required for safeguarding purposes following entry to ensure students are prepared for professional placements or volunteering.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need at least a second-class (2:2 or above) undergraduate degree in a relevant area.
• Alternatively, an applicant with a different degree may be acceptable if the student has at least three months of relevant work or volunteer experience with children and young people.

English Proficiency: 

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no section less than 5.5, or an equivalent qualification such as TOEFL and PTE.

For international students, the annual tuition fee for the MA Mental Health in Children and Young People at Leeds Trinity University is £12,000.

There are several scholarships and discounts at Leeds Trinity University for postgraduate students. The most prominent is the alumni discount, which gives graduates a significant reduction in their tuition fees. In addition to this, the university also provides information on external grants and scholarships that students can apply for. This financial support aims to assist students in covering the costs of their studies and to encourage academic achievement. These financial aid options are part of the university's commitment to making education accessible to a wide range of students.

The course is designed to prepare you for work in the following areas:

• Mental health support worker
• Counsellor
• Educational practitioner
• Social worker
• Special educational needs coordinator (SENCO)
• Researcher

Applications for this course are submitted directly through the university’s application form. Our trained counsellors are available to assist you.