Health Psychology (MSc)
12 monthsProgramme duration
19 Aug, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
About this course
Explore Health Psychology at a global top 100* university.
Human behaviour is a leading cause of physical illness world-wide. This BPS-accredited programme teaches you how psychology can be applied to improve wellbeing and prevent and manage long-term conditions.
Your future career
You’ll be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field. Through their expertise and guidance, you'll be supported in becoming a scientist practicioner in a health care setting. Previous students have pursued careers in the public, private and third sectors, working as psychologists in research, education and professional practice.
Key features of this course
At Southampton, you'll: - be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field - select optional modules to tailor the course to suit your career goals - popular module choices include the study of CBT, sexual health and gerontology - have the opportunity to experience practical learning as an apprentice to a health psychologist over 12 weeks and develop your reading of research papers and discussing them in a journal club with students on the course.
Further information Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
Explore Health Psychology at a global top 100* university.
Human behaviour is a leading cause of physical illness world-wide. This BPS-accredited programme teaches you how psychology can be applied to improve wellbeing and prevent and manage long-term conditions.
Your future career
You’ll be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field. Through their expertise and guidance, you'll be supported in becoming a scientist practicioner in a health care setting. Previous students have pursued careers in the public, private and third sectors, working as psychologists in research, education and professional practice.
Key features of this course
At Southampton, you'll: - be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field - select optional modules to tailor the course to suit your career goals - popular module choices include the study of CBT, sexual health and gerontology - have the opportunity to experience practical learning as an apprentice to a health psychologist over 12 weeks and develop your reading of research papers and discussing them in a journal club with students on the course.
Further information Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
About this course
Explore Health Psychology at a global top 100* university.
Human behaviour is a leading cause of physical illness world-wide. This BPS-accredited programme teaches you how psychology can be applied to improve wellbeing and prevent and manage long-term conditions.
Your future career
You’ll be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field. Through their expertise and guidance, you'll be supported in becoming a scientist practicioner in a health care setting. Previous students have pursued careers in the public, private and third sectors, working as psychologists in research, education and professional practice.
Key features of this course
At Southampton, you'll: - be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field - select optional modules to tailor the course to suit your career goals - popular module choices include the study of CBT, sexual health and gerontology - have the opportunity to experience practical learning as an apprentice to a health psychologist over 12 weeks and develop your reading of research papers and discussing them in a journal club with students on the course.
Further information Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
Explore Health Psychology at a global top 100* university.
Human behaviour is a leading cause of physical illness world-wide. This BPS-accredited programme teaches you how psychology can be applied to improve wellbeing and prevent and manage long-term conditions.
Your future career
You’ll be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field. Through their expertise and guidance, you'll be supported in becoming a scientist practicioner in a health care setting. Previous students have pursued careers in the public, private and third sectors, working as psychologists in research, education and professional practice.
Key features of this course
At Southampton, you'll: - be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field - select optional modules to tailor the course to suit your career goals - popular module choices include the study of CBT, sexual health and gerontology - have the opportunity to experience practical learning as an apprentice to a health psychologist over 12 weeks and develop your reading of research papers and discussing them in a journal club with students on the course.
Further information Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
Admission Requirements
6.5+
120+
92+
67+
You'll need a 2.1 degree in psychology or health based related subject. Experience of working in a mental health setting is desirable.
19 Aug 2026
1 Year
Sep
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