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PostgraduateMSc

Psychology of Mental Health

Cardiff University
Cardiff, Wales
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1 yearDuration
£2,500Per Year (Intl)
£13,950Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Cardiff University, the MSc Psychology of Mental Health provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in psychology. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. Unlock the mind, enhance your knowledge of mental health, and transform your future career prospects with this innovative psychology conversion programme. Studying psychology is all about understanding how people think, feel, and act. On this one-year conversion programme you'll deep dive into the science behind human behaviour and mental health. You’ll explore everything from social psychology and how we interact with others, to how our brain works, all with a focus on mental health. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Research Methods in Psychology
Biological Foundations of Behaviour and Mental Health
Social Psychology and Human Interaction
Psychopathology and Mental Health Disorders
Cognitive and Clinical Psychology
Psychological Assessment and Evaluation
Mental Health Practice and Intervention
Dissertation in Psychology of Mental Health
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementIn order to be considered for an offer for this programme you will need to meet all of the entry requirements. Your application will not be progressed if the information and evidence listed is not provided. With your online application you will need to provide: A copy of your degree certificate and transcripts which show you have achieved a 2:1 honours degree in any subject, or an equivalent international degree. If your degree certificate or result is pending, please upload any interim transcri

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic69

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£2,500

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£2,500

Home Student Fee

£13,950

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Cardiff University

Cardiff University offers Psychology of Mental Health as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#181QS World
#27UK Ranking
31,505+Students
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