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MSc Mental Health

Enhance global well-being with this comprehensive master’s programme from the University of Birmingham. This MSc will allow you to explore a range of interdisciplinary approaches to mental health research and theory to make a widespread impact.

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Time investment: 2.5 years

Location: Online

Cost: £17,615

Language: English

About this degree

Change the well-being of the world with a master’s in mental health

The world needs more mental health experts, but finding the time to further your studies can be a challenge. With the University of Birmingham’s MSc in Mental Health, you can take advantage of online learning to more conveniently advance your career in healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others.

Enhance your clinical research skills with practical approaches to mental health principles

Over two years, you’ll complete 12 core modules and a final dissertation, studying diverse perspectives in mental health research and theory.

You’ll specifically develop a holistic understanding of mental health diagnosis, treatment, and research, especially as it relates to youth mental health, to help prevent long-term mental health issues in the future.

Where you’ll be studying

Studying at University of Birmingham

The University of Birmingham is a public research university, consistently listed as a leading UK university and ranked among the top 100 in the world.

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Learning outcomes

Master core principles of mental health, including biopsychosocial approaches and understanding psychological, biological, and social factors.

Acquire expertise in advanced mental health topics, such as digital mental health, the psychology of suicide, addiction, and youth mental health to address complex issues with informed perspectives and strategies.

Demonstrate proficiency in interdisciplinary research practises, such as project design, project management, data collection, analysis and dissemination.

Utilise quantitative and qualitative research methods in case-control studies and clinical trials.

Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate contemporary mental health issues and apply ethical principles in research and practise, ensuring integrity, fairness, and respect in all professional endeavours.

Cultivate effective communication skills to engage stakeholders and promote mental health awareness and interventions.

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Additional information

This MSc Mental Health degree is open to learners that have an upper second-class degree or equivalent in a related discipline from a UK university or another recognised institution. Related disciplines include: