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Kingston University: Clinical Applications of Psychology
| Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Psychology, Criminology and Sociology |
| Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston
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You will gain practical experience through a work placement. The University has links with charities, community groups and hospitals. Alternatively, you may complete a research work placement.
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You will be taught by academics who are researchers and/or practitioners in clinical and health psychology.
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Visiting clinical and counselling psychologists will give lectures about their work in specialist clinical settings and populations.
About this course
This course will deepen your knowledge and you will gain skills relevant to clinical and counselling psychology and psychotherapy. The course covers professional issues relevant to clinical practitioners, such as risk assessment, ethical dilemmas and diversity in clinical practice, as well as basic counselling and cognitive behaviour therapy skills. Through a dissertation, you will research a chosen area in depth. Previous placement organisations include Kingston Hospital, Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) adult mental health service, Place2Be, Paiwand, Pyramid and Rise. If you have already secured a placement before starting the course, we can offer research placements in our Psychology Department.
Career opportunities
Suitable roles include assistant psychologist and research assistant in psychology. Graduates have also undertaken IAPT training as a psychological wellbeing practitioner, doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology leading to professional qualifications such as practitioner clinical/counselling psychologists, or a PhD in psychology.
| ukenquiries@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02035100106 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree in psychology. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| England | 11400 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11400 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 18700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 18700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston
-
You will gain practical experience through a work placement. The University has links with charities, community groups and hospitals. Alternatively, you may complete a research work placement.
-
You will be taught by academics who are researchers and/or practitioners in clinical and health psychology.
-
Visiting clinical and counselling psychologists will give lectures about their work in specialist clinical settings and populations.
About this course
This course will deepen your knowledge and you will gain skills relevant to clinical and counselling psychology and psychotherapy. The course covers professional issues relevant to clinical practitioners, such as risk assessment, ethical dilemmas and diversity in clinical practice, as well as basic counselling and cognitive behaviour therapy skills. Through a dissertation, you will research a chosen area in depth. Previous placement organisations include Kingston Hospital, Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) adult mental health service, Place2Be, Paiwand, Pyramid and Rise. If you have already secured a placement before starting the course, we can offer research placements in our Psychology Department.
Career opportunities
Suitable roles include assistant psychologist and research assistant in psychology. Graduates have also undertaken IAPT training as a psychological wellbeing practitioner, doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology leading to professional qualifications such as practitioner clinical/counselling psychologists, or a PhD in psychology.
| ukenquiries@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02035100106 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree in psychology. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| England | 6270 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 6270 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 6270 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 6270 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 10285 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 10285 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston
-
You will gain practical experience through a work placement. The University has links with charities, community groups and hospitals. Alternatively, you may complete a research work placement.
-
You will be taught by academics who are researchers and/or practitioners in clinical and health psychology.
-
Visiting clinical and counselling psychologists will give lectures about their work in specialist clinical settings and populations.
About this course
This course will deepen your knowledge and you will gain skills relevant to clinical and counselling psychology and psychotherapy. The course covers professional issues relevant to clinical practitioners, such as risk assessment, ethical dilemmas and diversity in clinical practice, as well as basic counselling and cognitive behaviour therapy skills. Through a dissertation, you will research a chosen area in depth. Previous placement organisations include Kingston Hospital, Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) adult mental health service, Place2Be, Paiwand, Pyramid and Rise. If you have already secured a placement before starting the course, we can offer research placements in our Psychology Department.
Example modules
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Professional Practice
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Psychopathology Across the Life Span
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Research Design and Analysis
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Career opportunities
Suitable roles include assistant psychologist and research assistant in psychology. Graduates have also undertaken IAPT training as a psychological wellbeing practitioner, doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology leading to professional qualifications such as practitioner clinical/counselling psychologists, or a PhD in psychology.
| admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02033089932 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree in psychology. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| EU | 18700 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 11400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 11400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11400 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 18700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston
-
You will gain practical experience through a work placement. The University has links with charities, community groups and hospitals. Alternatively, you may complete a research work placement.
-
You will be taught by academics who are researchers and/or practitioners in clinical and health psychology.
-
Visiting clinical and counselling psychologists will give lectures about their work in specialist clinical settings and populations.
About this course
This course will deepen your knowledge and you will gain skills relevant to clinical and counselling psychology and psychotherapy. The course covers professional issues relevant to clinical practitioners, such as risk assessment, ethical dilemmas and diversity in clinical practice, as well as basic counselling and cognitive behaviour therapy skills. Through a dissertation, you will research a chosen area in depth. Previous placement organisations include Kingston Hospital, Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) adult mental health service, Place2Be, Paiwand, Pyramid and Rise. If you have already secured a placement before starting the course, we can offer research placements in our Psychology Department.
Example modules
-
Professional Practice
-
Psychopathology Across the Life Span
-
Research Design and Analysis
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Career opportunities
Suitable roles include assistant psychologist and research assistant in psychology. Graduates have also undertaken IAPT training as a psychological wellbeing practitioner, doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology leading to professional qualifications such as practitioner clinical/counselling psychologists, or a PhD in psychology.
| admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02033089932 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree in psychology. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| EU | 8910 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8910 GBP for Year 1 |
Kingston University is superbly placed for students to take advantage of London’s many activities and attractions, as well as being close to one of the largest employment centres in the world. Students at Kingston will be able to benefit from award-winning teaching quality during their studies and go onto join a global network of alumni across different industries and sectors upon graduation.
Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies and give you the opportunity to engage with industry experts. You will be taught by lecturers working as professionals in their field of expertise, including many who …
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