Clinical Psychology (Taught)

About this course
Explore Clinical Psychology at a global top 100* university.

Start your career in clinical psychology and learn the key therapy skills required of a clinical psychologist such as counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

Your future career

Our vibrant learning environment actively encourages knowledge-sharing between students and academics. You'll listen, learn and share at regular psychology seminars from the Centre for Innovation in Mental Health (CIMH). You'll also get the unique opportunity to learn from NHS clinicians whose teaching will bring the latest case studies from UK healthcare.

You'll graduate with the transferable skills and confidence required to step into the real world and pursue a career in psychology.

Key features of this course
At Southampton, you'll:

• learn how to combine research and methodology to treat patients worlwide, whilst exploring and assessing the service provision of clinical psychology in the UK and internationally

• learn core therapeutic skills including counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

apply ethical and professional practice principles of clinical psychology

• learn advanced data analytical skills

• develop and apply leadership skills

• look at the global challenges and management of mental health

Further information
Our MSc is recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as counting towards continued professional development. Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.

*QS World University Rankings 2025

For a full list of modules, please visit our website.

At Southampton, assessments are designed to equip you with the skills you need for success in your career.

On this course, you'll be assessed through essays, classroom assignments, a problem-based learning presentation, research assignments, and a research dissertation.