Psychotherapeutic Approaches in Mental Health
Bucks New UniversityProgram Overview
The Psychotherapeutic Approaches in Mental Health at Bucks New University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 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 Psychotherapeutic Approaches in Mental Health 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 9,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychotherapeutic Approaches in Mental Health 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
- an understanding of the basic theoretical framework of psychodynamic theory and practice
- an applied element to enable the student to reflect upon the emotional impact of being with the patient
- an understanding of group and organizational dynamics and how these shape all other relationships
- teaches a structured model of inter personal dynamic consultation for multi disciplinary teams
- support for undertaking a dissertation which includes a taught element of research methods.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A typical offer will be made to nurses and allied professional at Band 6* and above or ST4-ST6 psychiatrists in training. Professionals from other disciplines such as social work are welcome to apply depending on their level of clinical experience and the appropriateness of their work setting to the content of the course.
*Some senior Band 5 grades may be considered for the course on individual merit and with full support from their line managers/educational leads.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 9,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 9,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Bucks New 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 Bucks New University
Bucks New University
High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) — often shortened to Bucks New University — is a public university in the UK, based mainly in High Wycombe, England, with some courses and campuses in nearby...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
