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The MSc War & Psychiatry at King’s College London examines the psychological impact of conflict, trauma, and displacement on military personnel and civilians. It suits students and professionals interested in mental health, humanitarian work, or military psychiatry.
Curriculum Structure:
Students study core modules such as The Psychology of Conflict and War, Military and Veteran Mental Health, and Research Methods in Psychiatry. The program explores trauma, resilience, and ethical challenges in war zones, culminating in a Dissertation Project that allows students to conduct original research on war-related psychological disorders.
Focus Areas: "Trauma psychology, military mental health, post-conflict rehabilitation, humanitarian psychiatry"
Learning Outcomes: "Students develop the ability to analyse psychological responses to war, design evidence-based interventions, and contribute to policy and clinical practice in conflict-related mental health."
Professional Alignment (Accreditation): Developed by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), aligning with professional mental health and research standards.
Reputation (Employability Rankings): King’s College London ranks among the world’s top 25 universities (QS) and is globally recognised for leadership in psychiatry and psychological research.
This programme focuses on applying health psychology theories and research methods to real-world clinical and public health challenges. Students develop practical skills through hands-on research projects and access to King's world-class health science facilities. This applied approach is delivered through:
Health Psychology Labs: Access to specialised research facilities within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), including psychophysiology equipment and behavioural observation suites.
Research Methods Training: Practical experience with statistical software like SPSS and R, plus qualitative data analysis tools such as NVivo for health-related research.
Substantial Research Project: A major empirical dissertation where students design and conduct original research in areas like chronic illness management, health behaviour change, or psychosocial oncology.
Clinical Research Links: Opportunities to engage with ongoing health psychology research through King's Health Psychology Research Group and its partnerships with NHS trusts.
Graduates of King's College London MSc War & Psychiatry gain specialist knowledge in psychological trauma, military psychiatry, and conflict mental health, preparing them for roles such as Military Mental Health Consultant, Researcher, NGO Worker, and Emergency Response Professional:
King's Careers Service supports employment and placements, drawing on links with the King's Centre for Military Health Research, NHS, NGOs, and policy bodies.
Graduate satisfaction is high with 100% survey satisfaction and strong employability across military, clinical, NGO, and academic sectors; typical salaries range £30,000–£40,000 depending on sector and role.
University-industry partnerships include the King's Centre for Military Health Research, NHS, and international researchers, ensuring practical knowledge and valuable experience.
King's Gold rating for student outcomes and strong international reputation offers lasting professional value and career mobility.
Graduates impact military, clinical, policy, and humanitarian settings, addressing trauma, disaster recovery, and veteran care.
Further Academic Progression: Many pursue PhD or clinical doctorates, further research in psychiatry, or advanced leadership roles in military health, trauma recovery, or academic/research settings.
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degreeIndia- Bachelor degree (Honours/Special) with a score of: 63% or 7.7 out of 10. USA- Bachelor degree with a GPA of 3.3/4.0IELTS- 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each skillTOEFL:100 overall with a minimum of 25 in writing and 23 in each of the other skills.Graduates have gone on to work in a variety of organisations including: The NHSThe TCES GroupHackney Learning TrustThe Depaul CharityColombo Institute of Research & PsychologyAl Masarra Hosptial
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