| Course Name |
Health Psychology |
| Course Provider |
NUI Galway |
| Course Code |
GYA70 GYA74 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
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Major |
National University of Ireland |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
PAC |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Part time |
| Location (Districts) |
Galway City |
| Qualification Letters |
MSc |
| Application Date |
WHEN TO APPLY: NUI Galway does not set a deadline for receipt of applications (with some exceptions). Offers will be issued on a continuous basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible. |
| PAC Application Information |
PAC CODE(S): GYA70 (full-time); GYA74 (part-time) |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
1 year, full-time; 2 years, part-time. |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+Minimum entry requirements The programme is intended for graduates (at National Framework of Qualifications Level 8; www.nfq.ie/nfq/eu) with at least a Second Class Honours primary degree in Psychology (or equivalent). The selection of candidates is ...
Hide-Minimum entry requirements The programme is intended for graduates (at National Framework of Qualifications Level 8; www.nfq.ie/nfq/eu) with at least a Second Class Honours primary degree in Psychology (or equivalent). The selection of candidates is based on academic merit.
In recent years, candidates who have been offered a place on the programme have at least an upper Second Class Honours primary degree in Psychology. The degree (or equivalent) should be accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), or should be an equivalent international qualification.
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| Number of Places |
15 |
| Comment |
3 GOOD REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
1. Acceditation: The programme is accredited by the PSI.
2. Outreach: Programme staff are active in developing and promoting health psychology in Ireland and internationally.
3. Expert seminars: A number of internationally recognised health psychologists contribute to the programme through a series of visiting specialist seminars. |
| Course Content |
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This programme is the only MSc in Health Psychology accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). It is intended for psychology graduates seeking to develop their knowledge and expertise in Health Psychology. The MSc will en...
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This programme is the only MSc in Health Psychology accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). It is intended for psychology graduates seeking to develop their knowledge and expertise in Health Psychology. The MSc will enable students to conduct high quality research and will prepare them to undertake further professional training in health psychology and other areas of psychology.
The course is concerned with the application of psychological theory, methods and research to health, illness and healthcare. Modules cover a wide variety of topics, including adjustment to chronic illness, doctor-patient communication, management of chronic pain and the nature of stress and its psycho-biological consequences. Students also take classes in research methods in health psychology and carry out an empirical research project in a health-related area.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Career opportunities
A range of career opportunities are open to graduates in areas such as health-related research and health promotion, and working with health authorities or voluntary organisations, providing support, education and training to those with health-related difficulties. This MSc also provides an excellent foundation for further postgraduate study, e.g., PhD studies in Clinical Psychology, with Clinical Health Psychology a potential route in which to specialise. |
| Further Enquiries |
Dr Gerry Molloy
T: +353 91 495 123
E: gerry.molloy@nuigalway.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
| International Students |
Web Page - Click Here |
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