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University of Sussex: Foundations of Clinical Psychology and Mental Health
| Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Psychology |
| Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
11th in the UK for Psychology (ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025)
15th in the UK for Psychology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)
Top 20 in the UK for our research overall in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
Develop advanced research skills relevant to clinical psychology. You also gain a broad understanding of mental health service provision. Across the globe, mental health challenges are on the rise. Now more than ever, we need professionals who can drive meaningful impact by supporting people to flourish.
This course will prepare you to improve mental wellbeing through research or further clinical training. By studying at Sussex, you’ll:
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build in-depth knowledge of psychological practice in both clinical psychology and mental health
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explore and evaluate treatment options such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, along with psychodynamic, systemic and family therapies
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gain insights into clinical services including assessment and treatment, children and young people, disability, and eating disorders
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develop advanced research and data analysis skills
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learn from clinical practitioners and renowned faculty specialising in psychopathology and clinical psychology.
This course is offered in collaboration with the Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Throughout your studies, you’ll develop a deep knowledge of psychological therapies. You’ll work alongside leading specialists. You’ll also engage with networks that can help you learn cutting-edge skills and engage with future training.on as possible.
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 876787 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in psychology or a closely related subject such as neuroscience. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
11th in the UK for Psychology (ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025)
15th in the UK for Psychology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)
Top 20 in the UK for our research overall in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
Develop advanced research skills relevant to clinical psychology. You also gain a broad understanding of mental health service provision. Across the globe, mental health challenges are on the rise. Now more than ever, we need professionals who can drive meaningful impact by supporting people to flourish.
This course will prepare you to improve mental wellbeing through research or further clinical training. By studying at Sussex, you’ll:
-
build in-depth knowledge of psychological practice in both clinical psychology and mental health
-
explore and evaluate treatment options such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, along with psychodynamic, systemic and family therapies
-
gain insights into clinical services including assessment and treatment, children and young people, disability, and eating disorders
-
develop advanced research and data analysis skills
-
learn from clinical practitioners and renowned faculty specialising in psychopathology and clinical psychology.
This course is offered in collaboration with the Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Throughout your studies, you’ll develop a deep knowledge of psychological therapies. You’ll work alongside leading specialists. You’ll also engage with networks that can help you learn cutting-edge skills and engage with future training.on as possible.
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 876787 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in psychology or a closely related subject such as neuroscience. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
10th in the UK for Psychology (ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023)
18th in the UK for Psychology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)
Top 20 in the UK for our research overall in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
Develop advanced research skills relevant to clinical psychology. You also gain a broad understanding of mental health service provision.
We offer this course in collaboration with the Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. You’ll learn from our faculty who have research strengths in psychopathology and clinical psychology, as well as guest lecturers including local practitioners.
The course is for you if you are a psychology graduate and you’re seeking a place on:
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a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology course
-
other mental health professional training
-
a clinically relevant PhD.
You can also apply if you are an existing professional in other health-related disciplines. We offer supervision across a range of topics, encompassed by our research groups in Biological Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental and Clinical Psychology, and Social and Applied Psychology.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 87107 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in psychology or a closely related subject such as neuroscience. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
10th in the UK for Psychology (ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023)
18th in the UK for Psychology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)
Top 20 in the UK for our research overall in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
Develop advanced research skills relevant to clinical psychology. You also gain a broad understanding of mental health service provision.
We offer this course in collaboration with the Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. You’ll learn from our faculty who have research strengths in psychopathology and clinical psychology, as well as guest lecturers including local practitioners.
The course is for you if you are a psychology graduate and you’re seeking a place on:
-
a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology course
-
other mental health professional training
-
a clinically relevant PhD.
You can also apply if you are an existing professional in other health-related disciplines. We offer supervision across a range of topics, encompassed by our research groups in Biological Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental and Clinical Psychology, and Social and Applied Psychology.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 87107 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in psychology or a closely related subject such as neuroscience. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
We are a research-intensive campus university with an excellent international reputation, located within the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We welcome spirited students who want to study in a creative and intellectually-challenging environment.
We have been ranked 1st in the world for Development Studies for eight consecutive years in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017-2024.
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