Compulsory modules
Quantitative Research Methods
In this module, you will develop the skills to conduct and assess quantitative research effectively.

Qualitative Research Methods
In this module, you will develop the skills to conduct and assess qualitative research.

Preparation for Academic Research in Psychology
This module aims to provide students with the basic skills of research design, data analysis, publishing and ethical conduct, and to prepare students with the skills they need to produce a dissertation report of publishable standard.

Conducting Health Psychology Research
This module provides you with advanced knowledge and understanding of the methods, theory and practice in different types of assessment techniques used in health psychology research.

Chronic Conditions
This module provides you with advanced knowledge and understanding of theory and practice, in particular relating to chronic illness/disability such as cancer, HIV, cardiovascular disorders, pain, arthritis and diabetes.

Psychological Aspects of Healthcare
This module covers psychological factors that influence the patient’s passage through the healthcare system.

Maintaining Health Throughout the Life-Span
This module provides you with advanced knowledge and understanding of the methods, theory and practice in developing and maintaining health throughout the life-span.

Optional Modules
You also choose one optional module from the following:

Aspects of Experimental Psychology
Crafting Research: Linking Theory and Methods
Ergonomics and Human Factors
Inquiry and Design
Psychological Neuroscience: Psychophysics & fMRI
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Health Psychology
Psychology of Sustainable Development
Full-time students: Four modules per semester in total