MSc Psychology: Environment, Health And Wellbeing

The Psychology, Environment, Health and Well-being course offered by the University of Cumbria is a postgraduate programme designed to facilitate a deeper understanding of human health and wellbeing within different environmental contexts. This course is ideal for students interested in exploring the psychological aspects of human health and environment, and their interconnections.Course Content: This course offers a full-spectrum perspective of human health and wellbeing, focusing on the impact of different environments on these aspects. Students will explore topics like the psychological impact of the physical environment, the importance of health promotion, multi-disciplinary working in promoting health and wellbeing, as well as research methods in psychology. Delivery of the course includes a mixture of lectures, personal tutorials, seminars, workshops, and online resources.Key Modules: The core modules include Environmental Psychology and Health, Health Promotion and Well-being, Health, Well-being and the Social Environment, and Research Methods in Psychology and Social Sciences. There is also a final project/dissertation that students will need to complete to successfully conclude the course.Accreditations: While the website does not clearly specify any accreditations, it does note that the course is taught by professionals from a range of disciplines including health, psychology, and social sciences.Future Careers: Upon completion of the course, graduates may pursue a broad range of careers in various sectors. These include, but are not limited to, health and social care providers, environmental agencies, local authorities, human resources, occupational health services, research posts, and further postgraduate studies. The applied nature of the course allows students to gain practical skills, preparing them for real-world scenarios in their future job roles.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.