Program Overview
The Low Intensity Psychological Therapies at Newcastle University is a Master programme in Humanities over 12 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 humanities. 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 Low Intensity Psychological Therapies 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Low Intensity Psychological Therapies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
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.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
An NQF 4, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject. You will be also be required to submit a portfolio to \xc2\x91credit\xc2\x92 other academic and life experience and also confirm that you are able to perform at the appropriate academic level.
OR
An NQF 5, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject. You will not be required to submit a portfolio.
We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have relevant experience, voluntary or paid, of working with individuals who experience mental health difficulties.
We expect you to have a high standard of:
- written ability
- computer literacy
- the ability to develop good therapeutic relationships
You also need to meet the trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) national person specification and be able to demonstrate good communication skills and other core requirements. The\xc2\xa0Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) website\xc2\xa0has examples of PWP specifications.
International StudentsTo study this course you need to meet the following\xc2\xa0English\xc2\xa0Language requirements:
Direct Entry: IELTS 7.O overall\xc2\xa0(with at least 8.0 reading, 7.0 in speaking and listening and 6.0 in writing)
Pre-sessional English Language courses are not accepted\xc2\xa0as an alternative entry to this course.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Newcastle University
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
The University of Newcastle upon Tyne, which trades as Newcastle University, is a public research university based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It has overseas campuses in Singapore and...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months