MSc Health Psychology

The MSc Health Psychology course at Teesside University is a diverse program designed for students wanting to understand the complexities of health, illness, and healthcare. The course is especially suited for those looking to specialize in health psychology and gain a competitive edge with its BPS (British Psychological Society) accredited foundation. The course provides insight into the theoretical basis of health psychology, research techniques, ethical considerations in health, and more.Course Content: The MSc Health Psychology course offers a detailed exploration of health psychology theories and models, research methods, ethics in professional practice, and health-related behavior change. It also covers key areas like biological basis of health and disease, behavior change techniques, chronic disorders, stress and cardiovascular disorders, among others.Key Modules: The course includes core modules like Research Methods and Data Analysis, Health Psychology in context, Health, Stress & Coping, Behaviour Change & Learning, among others. Case studies, project work, and professional practice are key components of the course.Accreditations: This program is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Health Psychologist.Future Careers: The teachings from this course open up several avenues for graduates, including working in hospitals, GP surgeries, the voluntary sector or in academia. They can also become a practitioner or researcher in health psychology, health, and social care sectors, volunteer organizations, and government.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.