Health Psychology is an ideal choice if you are interested in: motivating people to make choices that have a positive impact on their health; helping others deal with the emotional aspects of illness; and examining healthcare delivery. The part-time route will suit those looking to progress in their current roles as well as those looking for a change of direction. The MSc in Health Psychology covers the application of psychological theories, research and methodologies to the study of health and disease processes. Using a blend of research led teaching and practical experiences our programme will explore: the theoretical models of health psychology and how they applied in practice; how individual differences influence health through the lifespan; the management of health from individual to societal levels; how psychological factors get inside the body and lead to illness. The programme is delivered by an expert team with a variety of health-related backgrounds and excellent research records, who through their experience and networks ensure that you are at the cutting edge of Health Psychology. The programme is a BPS-accredited Stage 1 training to students with undergraduate degrees that confer the Graduate Basis for Chartership. Our specialist teaching laboratories are designed to maximise practical and theoretical learning. You will improve your analytical and interpretative skills using a combination of advanced statistical software packages, online survey platforms and psychophysiological measurement techniques. You will gain first-hand practical experience of a range of measurement and intervention techniques that are not available on other courses of this kind, and be supported to develop your own areas of expertise in work-based and research settings. This career-focus of this Masters degree means graduates complete the course with a real understanding of research and practice in the world of health psychology as well as a thorough knowledge of cutting-edge issues in the sector and a range of transferable skills. The course prepares you for careers in the areas of health promotion, healthcare delivery, illness management and rehabilitation. Previous graduates have gone on to work across the spectrum of health-related psychology disciplines locally, nationally and globally. Some work as assistant psychologists in the NHS, charitable organisations and the private sector, some have moved on to research posts, and others are undertaking PhDs. The broad skills-base means that health psychologists are also attractive to consultancy companies looking for expertise in training, research or intervention.