Study the psychology of health and illness on this stage 1 course accredited by the British Psychological Association (BPS), while critically evaluating clinical practice, interventions and research.
Engage with theories and research in health psychology while developing competencies you can apply to a variety of real-world settings. Upon completion, you’ll be equipped to pursue roles in healthcare, behaviour change, research and health promotion.
Applicants need one of the following
• BSc or BA Psychology with a 2.1 or above
• BSc or BA in a closely related discipline (e.g., health, social, community care) with a 2.1 or above
Applications from students who have achieved a 2.2 degree will be considered by the course leadership team. Where there is evidence that at least two of the following criteria have been met the applicant may be offered a place on the course. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam.
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This course prepares you for a career in:
health and wellbeing
public health
research
education
health promotion
consultancy
doctoral level study (PhD, health psychology, clinical psychology)
Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for:
the NHS
the social care sector
universities
non-profit organisations
drug and rehabilitation services
private practice
local authority
Compulsory modules
Year 1
Adjustment To Long-Term Conditions And Bereavement (15 Credits)
Critical Self-Reflection And Communication Skills (15 Credits)
Fundamentals In Health Psychology Research And Academic Practice (15 Credits)
Qualitative Research Methods In Health Psychology (15 Credits)
Quantitative Research Methods In Health Psychology (15 Credits)
Understanding Behaviour And Behaviour Change Interventions (15 Credits)
Final Year
Ethical Research And Practice (15 Credits)
Health Psychology Research Project (30 Credits)
Mini-Systematic Review (15 Credits)
Psychology Of Illness And Disease (15 Credits)
Social Determinants Of Health (15 Credits)
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