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MSc Health Psychology
Coventry - UK
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MSc in Health Psychology at Coventry University is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to understand and address the psychological factors that influence health and well-being.
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Introduction to Health Psychology: Students are introduced to the fundamental concepts and theories of health psychology, understanding its role in promoting and improving health behaviors.
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Biopsychosocial Aspects of Health: The curriculum explores the interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors in determining health outcomes.
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Health Behavior Change: Students study theories and techniques for promoting positive health behavior change in individuals and communities.
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Chronic Illness and Coping: The program delves into the psychological aspects of coping with chronic illnesses and the impact on individuals' mental and emotional well-being.
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Psychological Aspects of Illness and Treatment: Students gain insights into the psychological effects of illness and the role of psychology in enhancing treatment outcomes.
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Health Promotion and Intervention Strategies: The curriculum focuses on developing effective health promotion and intervention strategies to address public health issues.
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Research Methods in Health Psychology: Students acquire essential research skills to conduct empirical studies in the field of health psychology.
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Applied Health Psychology: The program emphasizes the application of health psychology principles in real-world settings, such as healthcare institutions and public health programs.
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Health Psychology and Professional Practice: Students explore the ethical and professional considerations of applying health psychology in practice.
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Dissertation: As part of the program, students undertake an independent research project, applying their knowledge to a specific area within health psychology.
Location
Coventry - UK
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 16950
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55 to 60% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 19 in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 65 with no individual score below 59.
- Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
Coventry University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to the international students, based on academic merit and financial need.
- Future Global Leaders Scholarship: This scholarship is available for undergraduate and postgraduate students and covers up to 50% of the tuition fees. It is awarded based on academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and leadership skills.
- Sports Scholarships: Coventry University offers sports scholarships to students who excel in their chosen sport. The scholarship covers financial support, coaching, and access to university sports facilities.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available for postgraduate students from developing Commonwealth countries who wish to study in the UK. It covers tuition fees, living expenses, and airfare.
- GREAT Scholarships: Coventry University is a partner of the GREAT Scholarship Scheme, which offers scholarships to students from selected countries. The scholarship covers up to £10,000 of tuition fees.
- Coventry University Academic Performance Scholarship: This scholarship is available for postgraduate students and offers a discount of up to £2,000 on the tuition fees for students who achieve a high academic performance.
- Coventry University Alumni Discount: Coventry University offers a 15% discount on the tuition fees for international students who have previously studied at the university.
It is important to note that eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and award amounts vary for each scholarship.
Graduates of the MSc Health Psychology program have diverse career opportunities in various sectors.
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Health Promotion Specialist: Graduates can work as health promotion specialists, designing and implementing programs to improve public health and well-being.
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Health Researcher: Graduates can pursue careers in research institutions or universities, conducting research on health-related topics and contributing to evidence-based practices.
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Health Behavior Analyst: Graduates can work as behavior analysts, studying health-related behaviors and developing behavior change interventions.
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Health Education Coordinator: Graduates can serve as health education coordinators, developing and delivering educational programs to promote healthy lifestyles.
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Public Health Consultant: Graduates can work as public health consultants, providing expertise on health-related issues to organizations and government agencies.
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Healthcare Administrator: Graduates can pursue careers in healthcare administration, applying their understanding of health psychology to improve patient outcomes and experiences.
