With the Institute of Mental Health and the School of Psychology. Application deadline: 11 October; starting date: 21 October 2024.
Distance Learning MSc Mental Health
University of Birmingham
The University of Birmingham are pleased to bring to your attention our online Distance Learning MSc Mental Health at the Institute of Mental Health (Director: Professor Matthew Broome) and the School of Psychology (Online) Mental Health MSc | Postgraduate degree study | University of Birmingham – University of Birmingham.
This is the only distance learning interdisciplinary MSc in Mental Health in the U.K. It offers the opportunity to learn from leading academics and practicing mental health experts to understand the application of theory and research to real life situations. The course is designed to develop interdisciplinary, holistic knowledge of mental health research, practice, and policy as participants study the critical evaluation of theoretical and empirical evidence, how to design and execute research, manage data, write for different audiences, and formalize reports, proposals and narrative arguments based on their appraisal of evidence.
Bringing together disciplines ranging from psychology, neuroscience, sociology and social policy to medicine, philosophy and education, the curriculum for the MSc in Mental Health programme provides a comprehensive understanding of the field with a focus on youth mental health. Covering areas such as neuroscience, research methods, ethics, biopsychosocial approaches, addiction, suicide and digital mental health the programme features twelve core modules lasting eight weeks each, giving you ample time to understand the core principles of mental health in manageable sections and at your own pace.
Students will benefit from the University of Birmingham’s long and established history in world-leading interdisciplinary mental health research. Our experts also come from wide and varied backgrounds, many having practical experience, such as working with medical and educational partners to understand the causes of poor mental health and develop effective treatments and services.
For more information please visit the website Online DL MSc Mental Health or you can apply here.
Starting date: 21st October 2024.
The current application deadline is the 11th October, 9 a.m. (UK time)
You can complete your studies with us with a PG Certificate (after completing 60 credits), PG Diploma (after completing 120 credits) or MSc Mental Health (180 credits).
For any further information please can get in touch with the Admissions Team (who can also assist you with the application process and any queries you might have) or the Programme Lead, Dr Roxana Baiasu ([email protected])