Applied Psychology (Mental Health and Psychological Therapies)

Course Summary

• Type: MSc
• Location: Ulster
• Duration: 1 Year
• Deadline: Ongoing

Course Description

The first section of the syllabus will provide an opportunity for students to enhance their skills and competencies in areas required by all professional psychologists, including basic professional issues, research methods, and techniques of clinical psychological assessment.

The course will go on to provide an in depth discussion of psychological theory and research concerned with the aetiology, assessment and treatment of psychological problems through the life course; starting with Child and Adolescent Mental Health, followed by Adult Mental Health issues.

Students will be provided with a comprehensive knowledge of some of the major psychological therapies, (namely Cognitive Behaviour Psychotherapy and Family Therapy and Systemic Practice) and will gain some practical experience in their use.

Finally, as the course is taught by not only experienced researchers but also practicing clinicians, there is excellent opportunity to enhance knowledge and skills in applications, CV, gaining experience and interview techniques and strategies.