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University of Southampton: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) (Anxiety and Depression)
| Institution | University of Southampton View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Psychology |
| Web | www.southampton.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| AdmissionsPGT.ELS@soton.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 023 8059 4732 |
| Study type | Taught |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
Explore Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at a global top 100* university.
Develop the skills to become a confident CBT practitioner and help treat patients with anxiety and depression on this postgraduate diploma at the University of Southampton.
You can enhance your existing practice or start a new career with this professionally accredited qualification, where you'll train to use evidence-based CBT to treat mild to moderate anxiety and mild to severe depression.
Key features of this course
At Southampton, you’ll develop:
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a clear understanding of cognitive behavioural concepts, models and methods
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a critical appreciation of the literature on which sound clinical decision-making is based
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skills in collaborative assessment, formulation and treatment based on empirically validated models
Further information This course is delivered in line with national Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) guidelines, and jointly recruited through partner IAPT services. Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2025.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Minimum upper second class degree in psychology, medicine, social work, occupational therapy, nursing or equivalent. If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English meets our Band G: For IELTS, this is 7.0 overall, with minimum 6.5 in all components. For information on other accepted English language tests, please see the website. Professional You must provide evidence of at least 4 years' full time experience, and prior training, experience or knowledge in: If you have a different professional background, you may be considered on an individual basis. You'll need to submit a Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes (KSA) portfolio. This KSA portfolio is linked to the The British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) criteria. |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
Summary
Explore Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at a global top 100* university.
Develop the skills to become a confident CBT practitioner and help treat patients with anxiety and depression on this postgraduate diploma at the University of Southampton.
You can enhance your existing practice or start a new career with this professionally accredited qualification, where you'll train to use evidence-based CBT to treat mild to moderate anxiety and mild to severe depression.
This course is delivered in line with national Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) guidelines, and jointly recruit through partner IAPT services.
You'll graduate primed to take the next step in your career.
*QS World University Rankings 2025.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Minimum upper second class degree in psychology, medicine, social work, occupational therapy, nursing or equivalent. |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
Summary
Explore Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at a global top 100* university.
Develop the skills to become a confident CBT practitioner and help treat patients with anxiety and depression on this postgraduate diploma at the University of Southampton.
You can enhance your existing practice or start a new career with this professionally accredited qualification, where you'll train to use evidence-based CBT to treat mild to moderate anxiety and mild to severe depression.
This course is delivered in line with national Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) guidelines, and jointly recruit through partner IAPT services.
You'll graduate primed to take the next step in your career.
*QS World University Rankings 2023.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Minimum upper second class degree in psychology, medicine, social work, occupational therapy, nursing or equivalent. |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
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