Taught course
Health Psychology
Entry requirements
Upper second-class honours degree or equivalent in psychology, including statistics modules; other degrees considered in conjunction with an approved BPS conversion course. Experience of working in a mental health setting is desirable.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Explore Health Psychology at a global top 100* university.
Human behaviour is a leading cause of physical illness world-wide. This BPS-accredited programme teaches you how psychology can be applied to improve wellbeing and prevent and manage long-term conditions.
You’ll be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field. You’ll select optional modules to tailor the course to suit your career goals. Popular module choices include the study of CBT, sexual health and gerontology.
You'll have the opportunity to experience practical learning as an apprentice to a health psychologist over 12 weeks and develop your reading of research papers and discussing them in a journal club with students on the course.
Previous students have pursued careers in the public, private and third sectors, working as psychologists in research, education and professional practice.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
Information for international students
International applicants are required to have an overall IELTS score of 7.0 overall with a minimum score of 6.5 in each sub-score (or equivalent).
Fees and funding
Please check our website for fee information.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- part time27 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Faculty of Ennironmental and Life Sciences
- enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44(0)23 8059 5000