MSc Clinical Psychology and Mental Health in Swansea United Kingdom | Swansea University

Swansea University | Swansea United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 21,550
(c. USD28,837.13)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Our Master's program in Clinical Psychology and Mental Health provides comprehensive training in both theoretical knowledge and practical applications of clinical psychology in healthcare environments, setting the stage for advanced doctoral studies. The curriculum covers essential subjects such as eating disorders, psychopathy, sexual offenses, neuropsychology, and psychotherapy, combined with vital statistical and research methodologies. Students will enhance their research capabilities and analytical thinking specific to clinical psychology. Our Psychology department enjoys exceptional recognition nationally and globally. The Research Excellence Framework 2014 ranked us among only four UK psychology departments to receive a perfect 4* score for the impact and importance of our research. Additionally, we hold the 2nd position in the UK for Graduate Prospects according to The Times and Sunday Times University League Tables 2019. Our cutting-edge research infrastructure features advanced facilities including an EEG suite, sleep lab, social observation spaces, eye-tracking systems, psychophysiological and tDCS labs, a lifespan research area with infant observation room, and over 20 versatile research spaces. This Master's degree serves as a crucial stepping stone toward doctoral-level clinical psychology training. Entry-level NHS clinical psychology trainees typically earn £25,783, with potential earnings ranging from £47,088 to £81,000+ as careers advance. Private practice salaries may differ.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

a good first degree in psychology (at least 2:1)
Strong grades in research methods and statistics (at least 2:1)
A well-written and thought-out research abstract, including the ability to identify a reasonable research question within the field of clinical psychology, support it with past literature and translate this into a proposed research project using an appropriate methodology.

If you are a non-first language English speaker you will need to have a minimum of IELTS 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in all domains, or a University approved equivalent, prior to starting the programme. TOEFL (IBT) - 88

Tuition GBP 21,550
Swansea, United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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