MSc Psychology of Mental Health

The MSc Psychology of Health at London Metropolitan University is intended to provide students with a thorough understanding of the psychological factors that impact health and well-being. Students will have an advanced understanding of the mental processes influencing health habits.

This course is appropriate for psychology graduates pursuing clinical or counselling psychology, as well as social or health care workers looking to advance their careers. Students are taught key areas such as psychopathology, clinical issues in mental health services, treatment interventions, resilience and mindfulness, and mental health law and safeguarding.

Students also complete research training and a value-added research project, supported by a dedicated supervisor. Learning combines lectures, seminars, and skill-based workshops. Assignments include written essays, reports, case presentations, transcripts, and exams. The final research project also includes an academic thesis presentation. The course also supports progression into clinical, social, or educational psychology settings.