Health Psychology (Taught)

About this course

Explore Health Psychology at a global top 100* university.

Human behaviour is a leading cause of physical illness world-wide. This BPS-accredited programme teaches you how psychology can be applied to improve wellbeing and prevent and manage long-term conditions.

Your future career

You’ll be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field . Through their expertise and guidance, you'll be supported in becoming a scientist practicioner in a health care setting. Previous students have pursued careers in the public, private and third sectors, working as psychologists in research, education and professional practice.

Key features of this course

At Southampton, you'll:

• be taught by expert lecturers who are currently developing and testing interventions and theory in the field

• select optional modules to tailor the course to suit your career goals - popular module choices include the study of CBT, sexual health and gerontology

• have the opportunity to experience practical learning as an apprentice to a health psychologist over 12 weeks and develop your reading of research papers and discussing them in a journal club with students on the course.

Further information
Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.

*QS World University Rankings 2025