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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Queen Margaret University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 18 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Musselburgh, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at Queen Margaret University is a MSc programme in Psychology over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Musselburgh, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:

  1. Clinical Psychologist
  2. Organisational Psychologist
  3. Researcher
  4. Counsellor
  5. Human Resources Specialist
  6. Behaviour Analyst

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

- Honours degree or equivalent, plus mental health qualification. Applicants will be expected to be familiar with individual casework, history-taking and case load management and must normally be UK registered health professionals. 
- Non-standard entrants will be considered if you can demonstrate that you have the necessary work-based experience, skills and aptitude. Non-standard applications and Recognition of Prior Learning must be referred to QMU.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Queen Margaret University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Queen Margaret University

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Queen Margaret University

Musselburgh, United Kingdom

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University Profile
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months