Introduction This MSc programme in Health Psychology, which is accredited by the British Psychological Society, offers you the opportunity to expand on and apply your knowledge and skills to help solve some of the big health issues facing society today. The British Psychological Society (BPS) has declared Health Psychology the fastest growing field of psychology in the UK. This MSc programme aims to provide you with an understanding of theories and methods in this exciting field and the ability to apply them to play an active role in helping solve the health challenges that face our society. The common theme throughout this MSc is behaviour and behaviour change, with an emphasis on protective and risky health behaviours, behaviour in illness and disability, health professional behaviour, behaviour change interventions and stress. Courses Modules Semester 1 Compulsory Health Behaviour and Behaviour Change Applied Statistics Research Methods and Practice for Psychology Health Pscychology Research Review Generic Skills Semester 2 Compulsory Ilness, Disability and Interactions and Healthcare Health Professional Behaviour Stress, Personality and Health Systematic Reviewing Semester 3 Compulsory Health Psychology Research Project Why study at Aberdeen? The programme is BPS accredited and taught by the School of Pscychology ranked top 20 for research (REF 2014), The Medical School ranked top 10 in the UK You are taught by experts from these disciplines and Aberdeen's Health Psychology Group and you are invited to attend events and seminars whilst you study. Programme Quick Facts University of Aberdeen 12 Months 24 Months Full Time and Part Time September start Find out about fees on the programme page Find out about scholarships on the programme page Life in Aberdeen Find out more about: Your Accommodation Campus Facilities Aberdeen City Student Support Clubs and Societies /student-life