Program Overview
The Psychological Intervention at University of Surrey is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Humanities over 10 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 Psychological Intervention 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: 10 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 9,180 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,180 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Guildford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychological Intervention programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Ms Mary John
- Mrs Emma Crouch & Dr Maria Xenaki
- Dr Sarfraz Jeraj
- Ms Louise Deacon & Dr Nan Holmes
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Who Should Apply?
To become a high-intensity trainee you will need to have had a minimum of two years\xc2\x92 post qualification mental health experience and a relevant core professional training in applied psychology, psychiatry, nursing, counselling, psychotherapy, occupational therapy or social work. You will be registered with a professional, regulatory body. The minimum eligibility criteria are outlined on the BABCP website.
Applicants who do not have a core profession can meet eligibility criteria through the BABCP Knowledge, Skills and Attitude (KSA) pathway. These applicants they will be required at interview to produce a KSA portfolio to demonstrate that they meet the BABCP eligibility criteria for sufficient relevant knowledge, skills and attitude. The KSA portfolio can be completed using the template sheets on the BABCP website as well as completing the \'Clinical Experience Record\' sheet.
The High-Intensity IAPT training programme at Surrey promotes the NHS values which are enshrined within the NHS constitution. These are: Everyone counts, respect and dignity for all, improving people\xc2\x92s lives, compassion, working together for patients, and a commitment to the quality of care. The programme team is dedicated to recruiting graduates whose individual values and behaviours align to those of the NHS.
Self-funded Applicants
Self-funded applicants will need to ensure they have arranged a clinical placement where they are able to access patients experiencing moderate to severe anxiety disorders and depression as their main presentation. They should have access to the placement for three days a week (other than Thursday and Friday) have weekly supervision from a BABCP accredited CBT therapist.
Any self-funded applicants should apply using the University\xc2\x92s online application form.
Please note that in addition to completing the standard online postgraduate application form, applicants for PG Dip in Psychological Intervention (CBT) should also submit their CV, personal statement and copies of degree certificates and transcripts.
Funded Applicants
Any applicants interested in a funded place should apply directly through the local IAPT service providers with joint interviews taking place with University programme staff.
We are unable to consider direct individual applications for funded places. Please look out for advertisements for this role in the relevant service providers\xc2\x92 websites. Once you have been recruited by the PCT/service provider, you will be automatically sent to the University of Surrey for training on the above course.Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 9,180 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,180 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 9,180 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,180 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Surrey 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 University of Surrey
University of Surrey
Guildford, United Kingdom
University of Surrey is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-18
- Start Date 2018-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 10 months