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Middlesex University: Psychological Therapies and Interventions
| Institution | Middlesex University |
|---|---|
| Department | Psychology |
| Web | http://www.mdx.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Master of Science - MSc (PG)
Summary
Offering valuable work placements which will boost your skills and confidence, this course will provide you with the academic, practical and research skills you need for further professional training in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, psychotherapy, clinical research, and health management.
You will be introduced to a range of approaches to psychological therapy and intervention, and will be supported to develop a range of therapeutic communication and intervention skills both in workshops and through work experience.
Why study MSc Psychological Therapies and Interventions at Middlesex?
You will gain a range of skills in therapeutic communication, motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioural intervention, and you'll develop a reflective approach to the development of these skills.
You'll also develop the knowledge and skills required to critically assess research in therapeutic psychology and be able to undertake novel research in an area relating to psychological therapies or interventions.
In addition, you'll be introduced to a wide range of approaches to psychological therapies, you'll focus on the effects of trauma and trauma interventions, and you'll have the chance to undertake a clinically relevant psychology placement.
What will you learn?
As part of the master's degree, you will also acquire the knowledge and skills required to critically assess research in therapeutic psychology and to carry out your own research on a topic that is relevant to psychological therapies or interventions. You'll be taught by staff who are therapy practitioners and researchers in mental health, psychological wellbeing and trauma.
There is also the option of undertaking a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies and Interventions (which involves completing all modules except the dissertation module, and gaining 120 credits) or undertaking a PG Certificate in Psychological Interventions (gaining 60 credits through completion of two modules; the Counselling and Psychotherapy, and Trauma Impact and Interventions modules).
This course offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through a 100-hour supervised placement undertaken during the academic year, where psychological knowledge and therapeutic techniques are applied in a workplace context dedicated to mental health and well-being.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Location | Hendon Campus The Burroughs London NW4 4BT |
Fees
| England | 9600 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9600 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Offering valuable work placements which will boost your skills and confidence, this course will provide you with the academic, practical and research skills you need for further professional training in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, psychotherapy, clinical research, and health management.
You will be introduced to a range of approaches to psychological therapy and intervention, and will be supported to develop a range of therapeutic communication and intervention skills both in workshops and through work experience.
Why study MSc Psychological Therapies and Interventions at Middlesex?
You will gain a range of skills in therapeutic communication, motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioural intervention, and you'll develop a reflective approach to the development of these skills.
You'll also develop the knowledge and skills required to critically assess research in therapeutic psychology and be able to undertake novel research in an area relating to psychological therapies or interventions.
In addition, you'll be introduced to a wide range of approaches to psychological therapies, you'll focus on the effects of trauma and trauma interventions, and you'll have the chance to undertake a clinically relevant psychology placement.
What will you learn?
As part of the master's degree, you will also acquire the knowledge and skills required to critically assess research in therapeutic psychology and to carry out your own research on a topic that is relevant to psychological therapies or interventions. You'll be taught by staff who are therapy practitioners and researchers in mental health, psychological wellbeing and trauma.
There is also the option of undertaking a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies and Interventions (which involves completing all modules except the dissertation module, and gaining 120 credits) or undertaking a PG Certificate in Psychological Interventions (gaining 60 credits through completion of two modules; the Counselling and Psychotherapy, and Trauma Impact and Interventions modules).
This course offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through a 100-hour supervised placement undertaken during the academic year, where psychological knowledge and therapeutic techniques are applied in a workplace context dedicated to mental health and well-being.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Location | Hendon Campus The Burroughs London NW4 4BT |
Fees
| EU | 14800 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 9600 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 9600 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 9600 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 9600 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 14800 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
It is estimated that one in four people seek professional support for a mental health problem and therefore there is high demand for psychological therapies and interventions. This programme is aimed at those who wish to develop careers in psychological therapy or mental health by building on your knowledge, practical skills, experience and confidence when applying for highly competitive roles such as Assistant Psychologist or Clinical Psychology Research Assistant.
Why study Psychological Therapies and Interventions MSc at Middlesex University? This programme will provide you with the academic, practical and research skills you need to continue onto further professional training in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, psychotherapy, clinical research, and health management.
You will be introduced to a range of approaches to psychological therapy and intervention and will be supported to develop a range of therapeutic communication and intervention skills both in workshops and through work experience.
As part of the Masters programme, you will also acquire the knowledge and skills required to critically assess research in therapeutic psychology and to undertake research in a topic that is relevant to psychological therapies or interventions. You will be taught by staff who are therapy practitioners and researchers in mental health, psychological wellbeing and trauma.
Please note that this programme does not lead to a therapy practitioner qualification.
Course highlights This course is an introduction to a wide range of approaches to psychological therapies. You will focus on the effects of trauma and trauma interventions. You will have the chance to undertake a clinically relevant work placement.
Introducing our new Learning Framework After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Location | Hendon Campus The Burroughs London NW4 4BT |
Fees
| England | 9600 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9600 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
It is estimated that one in four people seek professional support for a mental health problem and therefore there is high demand for psychological therapies and interventions. This programme is aimed at those who wish to develop careers in psychological therapy or mental health by building on your knowledge, practical skills, experience and confidence when applying for highly competitive roles such as Assistant Psychologist or Clinical Psychology Research Assistant.
Why study Psychological Therapies and Interventions MSc at Middlesex University? This programme will provide you with the academic, practical and research skills you need to continue onto further professional training in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, psychotherapy, clinical research, and health management.
You will be introduced to a range of approaches to psychological therapy and intervention and will be supported to develop a range of therapeutic communication and intervention skills both in workshops and through work experience.
As part of the Masters programme, you will also acquire the knowledge and skills required to critically assess research in therapeutic psychology and to undertake research in a topic that is relevant to psychological therapies or interventions. You will be taught by staff who are therapy practitioners and researchers in mental health, psychological wellbeing and trauma.
Please note that this programme does not lead to a therapy practitioner qualification.
Course highlights This course is an introduction to a wide range of approaches to psychological therapies. You will focus on the effects of trauma and trauma interventions. You will have the chance to undertake a clinically relevant work placement.
Introducing our new Learning Framework After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Location | Hendon Campus The Burroughs London NW4 4BT |
Fees
| EU | 14800 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 9600 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 9600 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 9600 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 9600 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 14800 GBP for Whole course |
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