Psychology of Mental Health (Conversion)
The University of EdinburghPsychology of Mental Health (Conversion) MSc is a postgraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 1 year.
About this course
As a student on the MSc Mental Health (Conversion) programme, you will join a vibrant and diverse cohort of approximately 150 students. Courses are delivered in a variety of formats including 'flipped classroom', small group tutorials and traditional lectures.
The programme provides detailed coverage of all core aspects of psychology:
* developmental
* social
* cognitive
* biological psychology
* individual difference
It also includes conceptual and theoretical perspectives in psychology, and psychological research methods and data analysis.
You will complete a research project in an area of psychology relevant to mental health.
Why is this programme unique?
It is the only British Psychological Society accredited MSc conversion programme that focuses on the psychology of mental health.
This focus is particularly suited to those who wish to pursue a career in a caring profession, such as clinical psychology.
The programme is also unique in being delivered jointly by a staff team offering unrivalled expertise in both psychological science and clinical psychology.
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: MSc
Location: Edinburgh
Duration: 6 Years
Qualification: MSc
Location: Edinburgh
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- MSc
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Psychology
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ