Master of Science - Health Psychology

Health Psychologists apply psychological knowledge and skills in clinical and community settings. They contribute to the prevention of illness and the promotion of health and wellbeing. They design and implement interventions to improve the experience and outcomes for those who are ill or disabled and for their carers – as well as helping to shape the policies and systems which affect healthcare.

The University of Gloucestershire British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited Health Psychology Master of Science adopts a critical and holistic perspective on the experience of health and wellbeing, recognizing the importance of social, cultural and economic factors. The significance of these factors has been highlighted during the COVID-19 crisis, where people have witnessed the importance of social support networks and economic assets to the physical and mental wellbeing of different demographic groups.