Program Overview
The Mental Health and Psychological Wellbeing at Southampton Solent University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 48 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 medicine & health sciences. 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 Mental Health and Psychological Wellbeing 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: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mental Health and Psychological Wellbeing programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Exploring Psychology
- Psychology across the Lifespan
- Methods and Analysis in Psychology
- Psychology in the Real-World
- Debates in Psychology
- Applications of Psychology
- Brain and Behaviour
- The Social Individual
- Psychological Research
- Psychological Research in Action
- Psychological wellbeing
- Counselling: Application & Practice
- CBT & Mindfulness-based approaches
- Behaviour Change for Health & Wellbeing
- Issues & Controversies in Psychology
- Issues in Education
- Psychology Placement
- Extended Essay
- Applied Psychopathology
- Psychology & Technology
- Advanced Research project
- Engagement & Assessment of Patients with Mental Health Problems
- Evidence-based Low Intensity Treatment for Common Mental Health Disorders
- Professional Issues & Development within the Health care context
- Values, Policy, Culture & Diversity
- Clinical Practice Placement
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A-levels or a BTEC Extended Diploma at DDM or equivalent.
- Including Grade C in A/AS-level psychology, if taken and Grade C in GCSE English and mathematics.
- Transfer from the BSc to the MSci course requires an average mark of at least 55 over year 2 (L5) of the BSc course.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southampton Solent 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 Southampton Solent University
Southampton Solent University
Southampton, United Kingdom
Southampton Solent University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2 September 2026
- Start Date 2017-09-26
- Language English
- Duration 48 months
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