MSc Psychology: Mental Health Sciences

Students on the MSc Psychology: Mental Health Sciences at Queen Mary University of London gain practical skills through clinical research methods training and direct engagement with current mental health research. They utilise specialist facilities, including the William Harvey Heart Centre and behavioural testing labs. The programme's experiential components include:

• Software: Training in SPSS and R for statistical analysis of mental health data.

• Research Project: A substantive independent research project, often clinically-focused and supervised by active mental health researchers.

• Facilities: Access to the William Harvey Heart Centre for psychophysiological research and dedicated psychology research suites.

• Digital Tools: Experience with online survey platforms and experiment builders for remote data collection.

• Institute Links: Engagement with the Wolfson Institute of Population Health and Centre for Psychiatry and Mental Health for seminars and research dissemination.

Graduates of the MSc Psychology: Mental Health Sciences at Queen Mary University are well-positioned for roles in mental health, clinical research, and healthcare advocacy, with many progressing to doctoral study or advanced clinical training. Typical job roles include Assistant Psychologist, Mental Health Researcher, Clinical Support Worker, and Health Services Manager. The program delivers strong interdisciplinary training and hands-on research skills:

• Queen Mary's Careers and Enterprise Team offers one-to-one guidance, subject-specific events, CV/cover letter feedback, and interview coaching, supporting students from enrolment up to two years after graduation.

• 93% of postgraduates are employed or in further study within six months, with 100% of those in work in highly skilled jobs; the average salary 15 months after graduation is £29,500.

• Partnerships with the NHS, academic research centres, and mental health charities enable placements, internships, and collaborative projects.

• The programme emphasises evidence-based knowledge, accredited research training, and advanced interdisciplinary skills relevant to the mental health sector.

• Graduates secure high-level employment and are competitive applicants for PhD and clinical training programmes.

Further Academic Progression:
Graduates may progress to a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, a PhD in mental health sciences, or further professional training in therapy, counselling, or psychiatry.