MSc Health Psychology
Course overview
The MSc Health Psychology at Aston University, Birmingham, is a programme that looks at how thoughts and actions affect health and illness. It covers health behaviours, ways to change them, inequalities in care, the biology of long-term conditions, and strong research skills. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as Stage 1 training, it helps psychology graduates qualify for chartered health psychologist status after further steps.
Teaching methods include lectures to explain ideas, seminars and tutorials for discussion, workshops and group work for practical skills, lab sessions with tools such as EEG and eye-tracking, and independent study. Assessments are all coursework-based, with no exams. You will do essays, reports, presentations, and a final research project. When you graduate, you get BPS recognition and the skills needed for roles in health support or policy.
Entry requirements
To apply, submit a personal statement that highlights your interest in health psychology, backed up by details of your academic background. A reference from a teacher or employer is also required, and a CV showcasing relevant experience.
Grade Requirements:
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You will need A 2:1 honours degree in psychology (BPS-accredited) or international equivalent qualifications.
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If you are an undergraduate from outside the UK, check with BPS if it counts for Graduate Basis for Chartered membership.
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Relevant work, like health volunteering, can give you an extra boost.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds must achieve a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with at least 5.5 in each component.
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Equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL or PTE, are also accepted.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Health Psychology from Aston University, Birmingham, step into roles where psychology meets health. Possible career paths include:
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Health Psychologist
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Public Health Advisor
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Research Officer
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Wellbeing Consultant
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Behaviour Change Specialist
Cost of study
International students pay £24,800 for the MSc Health Psychology in Aston University, Birmingham.
Admission
Apply for the MSc Health Psychology through the university's international application form. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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