Course Overview
The MSc Health Psychology at University of Bedfordshire is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Luton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. On our MSc Health Psychology, you explore how the mind, body and environment interact to shape health and wellbeing. The course combines theory and research to help you understand the psychological, social and biological factors that influence health and illness while developing the practical skills and knowledge required for employment or research in the field. To meet BPS accreditation requirements, applicants should normally hold a BPS-accredited undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Psychology. Home/uk fees are £10,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Note on entry requirements Applicants should have one of the following: A BSc or BA (Hons) in Psychology with a minimum of a 2:2 classification or above, or A BSc or BA (Hons) in a closely related discipline (such as health, social, or community care) with a 2:2 or above. The MSc Health Psychology is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and fulfils Stage 1 of the two-stage training process required to become a Chartered Health Psychologist. To meet BPS accreditation requirements |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£10,000
per year
Home Student Fee
£10,000
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Entry Requirements 2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area Entry Requirements 2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area Fees for this course UK International UK UK The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Bedfordshire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £26,000 | £31,000 |
| 3 years | £14,500 | £20,000 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £16,500 | £23,500 | £30,500 |
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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