Psychological Approaches to Health

Postgraduate

In Leeds

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Leeds

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This programme applies psychological theory and research to improve health and healthcare delivery.
We draw on theories derived from cognitive, social, clinical and health psychology. Approaches studied are informed by research methodologies that provide an evidence base for their implementation. Issues addressed at the individual level include obesity, medical error, behaviour change and psychological wellbeing. At group level, the interactions of different professional groups, impacts of new health interventions and the effects of multidisciplinary teamwork are examined. Concerns at the healthcare delivery level include evidence-based practice, patient safety, government policy and economics.
This rich programme draws on many levels of analysis, aspects of psychological theory, research, practice and policy. You’ll be taught by subject experts, who actively research and publish in their area, and work with the NHS, food industry, charities and other organisations to improve health outcomes.
The School of Psychology is a large and thriving department which has expanded rapidly over the last five years. There are now over 70 members of academic, research and support staff, including nine professors. We offer high quality research-led teaching and you’ll be actively encouraged to engage in ongoing research. Much of this research is collaborative with government departments, research councils, the NHS and industry.
We offer a lively learning environment with modern facilities for teaching and research, which aims to produce graduates equipped with current knowledge and the ability to apply this to key health issues.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Leeds (North Yorkshire)
Maurice Keyworth Building, The University Of Leeds, LS2 9JT

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

Entry requirements
A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in psychology or a discipline containing a substantial amount of psychology and research methods training.
We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications. For information contact the School of Psychology Taught Postgraduate Admissions Team.
English language requirements.
IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications tion on applying for taught programmes and to the University's online application system.

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Subjects

  • NHS Training
  • Government
  • Industry
  • Healthcare
  • Teaching
  • Psychology

Course programme

The modules you study initially lay firm foundations for your later study and dissertation. You’ll consolidate your research skills and consider the broader issues in psychological approaches to health.

Later modules introduce a unique combination of applied perspectives.

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Modules Year 1

Compulsory modules

  • Advanced Research Methods 20 credits
  • Systematic Review 25 credits
  • Health Behaviour Change: Theories, Methods and Interventions 20 credits
  • Theory and Intervention in Food and Nutrition 20 credits
  • MSc Research Project 60 credits
  • Psychology of Patient Safety 20 credits

For more information on typical modules, read Psychological Approaches to Health MSc in the course catalogue

Learning and teaching

The programme incorporates a range of teaching methods including workshops, presentations, problem solving approaches and small group discussions, as well as the more traditional lecture and seminar formats. We expect students to spend the remainder of their study time in independent learning, guided by reading lists and assessments.

Assessment

Innovative forms of assessment such as online group work, short reports, individual and group presentations and case studies sit alongside exams and essays to extend the repertoire of students' skills.

Psychological Approaches to Health

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