Mental Health Science (F78) | Open University

Course summary

This MSc looks at the biological and psychological underpinnings of mental health science. Examine anxiety, depression, psychosis and dementia from a biopsychosocial perspective. You’ll gain advanced knowledge and understanding of contemporary topics in mental health science, acquiring the skills to critically evaluate literature, discuss issues and communicate your understanding. In addition, you’ll plan and carry out an academically rigorous research project, plus develop skills and knowledge relevant to further research, employment and professional practice.

Key features of the course

Develop knowledge and understanding of key topics in mental health science (stress, anxiety, depression, psychosis and dementia)
Explore current issues and research at the forefront of mental health science
Develop skills essential for a critical understanding of mental health science and relevant to professional practice
Complete an in-depth individual research project in an area of mental health science

Entry requirements

You must have either:

a UK honours degree (or equivalent) in a science-related subject – including psychological sciences, health science, mental health nursing, medicine, or a BPS-accredited psychology degree. Ideally, your degree included the study of FHEQ level 5 and 6 neuroscience or biological/cognitive psychology
evidence of other study or experience you believe equips you to take this qualification.

We’ll ask you to prove you have this when you register for your first module.

We recommend you have:

a minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 7.0.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

As fees for individual modules can vary, the total cost you pay for your qualification depends on the modules you choose to study. For further information about fees, please refer to the course description on The Open University website.