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University of Derby: Health Psychology

Institution University of Derby View institution profile
Department Psychology
Web www.derby.ac.uk/postgraduate
Email askadmissions@derby.ac.uk
Telephone 01332 591167
Study type Taught

Summary

  • Learn from lecturers at the forefront of psychological research

  • Develop the foundational skills that underpin clinical and professional practice in health psychology

  • Understand the application of health psychology to roles within the NHS, public, private and charity sectors

  • Access inter-professional learning opportunities across the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care

  • Network with the wider health psychology community including the opportunity to attend the Midlands Health Psychology Network conference

Studying Health Psychology at Derby means you will be taught by our team of research-active psychologists, who have expert knowledge of health psychology theory, practice and research. As well as delving into the theoretical underpinnings of health psychology, you'll also be exploring the issues faced by today's health psychology professionals. Their comprehensive knowledge and professional experience will really help you learn, and their strong research profile means that you'll be part of a vibrant department at the forefront of developments in health psychology.

The team have recently been involved in the following areas of work, including published work:

  • "We All Need Purpose and Reason to Be Here.": A Qualitative Investigation of How Members of Alcoholics Anonymous with Long-term Recovery Experience Aging

  • The Derby Packed Lunch Trial; using behavioural insights to reduce primary school children’s sugar consumption

  • What is the role of stress cardiovascular reactivity in health behaviour change?

  • Systematic Review of Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

  • Atrial fibrillation, quality of life and distress: a cluster analysis of cognitive and behavioural responses

You will also have the opportunity to conduct your own research, which the teaching team will support you to have published where appropriate.

The teaching team are engaged in a range of research work, which you are welcome to get involved with. We actively encourage you to take part in a range of research activities if you are interested.

MSc

Derby University

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