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University of Derby: Health Psychology
| Institution | University of Derby View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Psychology |
| Web | www.derby.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
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.
| askadmissions@derby.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01332 591167 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for UK students: Applicants should normally have or expect to obtain at least a 2:1 honours degree in psychology or a closely related subject containing a significant element of psychology. We’ll consider your reference and personal statement carefully, and we may invite you to come for an interview. Entry requirements for EU/international students: As above (or the equivalent international qualifications). If English is not your first language, you will need to hold IELTS 6.5 in all areas. |
| Location | Kedleston Road Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB |
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.
| askadmissions@derby.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01332 591167 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for UK students: Applicants should normally have or expect to obtain at least a 2:1 honours degree in psychology or a closely related subject containing a significant element of psychology. We’ll consider your reference and personal statement carefully, and we may invite you to come for an interview. Entry requirements for EU/international students: As above (or the equivalent international qualifications). If English is not your first language, you will need to hold IELTS 6.5 in all areas. |
| Location | Kedleston Road Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB |
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.
| askadmissions@derby.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01332 591167 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for UK students: Applicants should normally have or expect to obtain at least a 2:1 honours degree in psychology or a closely related subject containing a significant element of psychology. We’ll consider your reference and personal statement carefully, and we may invite you to come for an interview. Entry requirements for EU/international students: As above (or the equivalent international qualifications). If English is not your first language, you will need to hold IELTS 6.5 in all areas. |
| Location | Kedleston Road Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB |
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.
| askadmissions@derby.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01332 591167 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for UK students: Applicants should normally have or expect to obtain at least a 2:1 honours degree in psychology or a closely related subject containing a significant element of psychology. We’ll consider your reference and personal statement carefully, and we may invite you to come for an interview. Entry requirements for EU/international students: As above (or the equivalent international qualifications). If English is not your first language, you will need to hold IELTS 6.5 in all areas. |
| Location | Kedleston Road Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB |
Summary
Apply core psychological knowledge to understanding the experience of health and illness, explaining and changing health related behaviour and improving health related outcomes.
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) so, when you graduate, you will have completed Stage One training in Health Psychology, the first step towards Chartered Membership of the Society and registration as a health psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Successful completion of this course also fulfils stage one of the requirements towards Chartered Membership of the BPS and full membership of the Division of Health Psychology, if you hold Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).
**Why study this course?**
*Learn from highly experienced lecturers at the forefront of psychological and behavioural science research
*Core focus on health promotion and behaviour change
*Core focus on long term condition management and psychological intervention
*Develop professional skills and learn about professional issues in Health Psychology
*Access to College-wide interprofessional learning programme to enhance your learning with and from other applied professionals
*You could go on to work across a range of areas including; roles within the NHS, public, private and charity sectors
.
You'll be taught by our team of research active psychologists, who have expert knowledge of health psychology theory, research and practice. As well as delving into the theoretical underpinnings of health psychology to consider how best to support people to enhance their wellbeing, change their health-related behaviour, and adjust to living with long term conditions 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.
| askadmissions@derby.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01332 591167 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for UK students: Applicants should normally have or expect to obtain at least a 2:1 honours degree in psychology or a closely related subject containing a significant element of psychology. We’ll consider your reference and personal statement carefully, and we may invite you to come for an interview. Entry requirements for EU/international students: As above (or the equivalent international qualifications). If English is not your first language, you will need to hold IELTS 6.5 in all areas. |
| Location | Kedleston Road Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB |
Fees
| EU | 14700 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 875 GBP for Module |
| Northern Ireland | 875 GBP for Module |
| Scotland | 875 GBP for Module |
| Wales | 875 GBP for Module |
| International | 14700 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Apply core psychological knowledge to understanding the experience of health and illness, explaining and changing health related behaviour and improving health related outcomes.
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) so, when you graduate, you will have completed Stage One training in Health Psychology, the first step towards Chartered Membership of the Society and registration as a health psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Successful completion of this course also fulfils stage one of the requirements towards Chartered Membership of the BPS and full membership of the Division of Health Psychology, if you hold Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).
**Why study this course?**
*Learn from highly experienced lecturers at the forefront of psychological and behavioural science research
*Core focus on health promotion and behaviour change
*Core focus on long term condition management and psychological intervention
*Develop professional skills and learn about professional issues in Health Psychology
*Access to College-wide interprofessional learning programme to enhance your learning with and from other applied professionals
*You could go on to work across a range of areas including; roles within the NHS, public, private and charity sectors
.
You'll be taught by our team of research active psychologists, who have expert knowledge of health psychology theory, research and practice. As well as delving into the theoretical underpinnings of health psychology to consider how best to support people to enhance their wellbeing, change their health-related behaviour, and adjust to living with long term conditions 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.
| askadmissions@derby.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01332 591167 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for UK students: Applicants should normally have or expect to obtain at least a 2:1 honours degree in psychology or a closely related subject containing a significant element of psychology. We’ll consider your reference and personal statement carefully, and we may invite you to come for an interview. Entry requirements for EU/international students: As above (or the equivalent international qualifications). If English is not your first language, you will need to hold IELTS 6.5 in all areas. |
| Location | Kedleston Road Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB |
Fees
| England | 875 GBP for Module |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 875 GBP for Module |
| Scotland | 875 GBP for Module |
| Wales | 875 GBP for Module |
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