Online Global Health Psychology Degree :: Accredited Universities

The first postgraduate programme in global health psychology offered in the United Kingdom. This cutting edge course provides an opportunity to impact upon health care on a global scale. It focuses on the emergence, practice, delivery and policy of health psychology and mental health from a worldwide perspective. The course consists of six taught modules:

introduction to global health psychology
global mental health
global health psychology research methods (part one
global health psychology research methods (part two
scaling up global health psychological services
promotion and prevention in global health psychology
dissertation.
The course will be of particular interest to individuals and organizations from both mental health and non-mental health backgrounds, who seek to understand more about psychological issues and the implementation of mental health care across diverse cultural populations. It will also be of value to those who may be seeking to assume positions in global healthcare organisations, health-related research institutions, non-governmental and governmental organisations and private consultancies with a global developmental agenda.

Entry Requirements

A first or second class undergraduate degree or the equivalent, from a university or other institution acceptable to the University of West London. The degree does not need to be in psychology, but in a field appropriate to the course (e.g. nursing, law, economics, medicine, politics, IT, social work, occupational therapy, history or an appropriate professional or technical application, etc). All subjects/applications are considered on an individual basis, especially if accompanied by volunteer or field experience.

Applicant should demonstrate some experience and/or research in either a global setting or an organization with a global mission.

International students need to meet our English language requirement at either IELTS at 6.5 or above, and a minimum of 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening), TOEFL ibt at score at 90 or above, Pearson PTE Academic at score 58 or above, or an equivalent secure English language test. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Please visit http://www.uwl.ac.uk/international/your-country to check for local equivalencies.

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This course follows the MSc Health Improvement and Health Promotion programme that has run successfully since 2009.

At a time when strategies and policies for improving individual and population health are firmly on the agenda of governments globally, this course has been specifically designed to meet these challenges and demand from stakeholders and prospective students.

The importance of innovative approaches to health and social care has never been more critical with the widening inequalities gap, the continuing global financial crisis and climate change. The new public health approach has different characteristics from the old public health model and now includes prevention and promotion whilst giving recognition of the social determinants of health. This course will allow you to develop the skills required to meet existing and emerging challenges locally, nationally and internationally.

You will explore the principles of health promotion and public health and address current issues in improving health and the prevention of disease including epidemiology. You will examine the impact of health inequalities and explore global health and health psychology and the principles of behaviour change.

Entry Requirements

Typically you will have a degree/honours degree and a minimum of one year’s work experience in a health related industry or a professional qualification.

For international students IELTS 7 or its equivalent in TOEFL is required.

Other Fees

Detailed tuition fee

UK/EU Students

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£2,625 for years 1 and 2 RUK/EU students

£1,750 for year 3 Scottish, RUK and EU students

£1,990 for years 1 and 2 Scottish students

International Students

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£3,750 for year 1

£3,750 for year 2

£1,750 for year 3

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Psychology is the study of human behavior. You will develop the tools you need to understand others and provide mental health care. This major gives you a foundation in human physiological, mental, intellectual, personal, and social development.

You will develop critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze and integrate information from other disciplines and apply it to the field of psychology. A psychology major partners well with your other liberal arts courses and enhances your ethical thinking, self-awareness and empathy within a global perspective. A communication concentration is also available.

Entry Requirements

• A completed application for admission (you can apply online and at our campus locations).
• $50 application fee.
• Official transcripts from all previous colleges and universities attended. Transcripts should be mailed to the campus registrar.
o No previous college experience? Submit official documentation/self-certification of high school or GED completion instead.
• You can be admitted conditionally with unofficial copies of transcripts.
International High School Students
• A U.S.-Equivalent GPA of 2.5 or above (above-average grades in secondary school)
• Successful completion of a high school or secondary school diploma or certificate
International Transfer Students
• A U.S.-Equivalent GPA of 2.0 or above (passing grades in college)
• A course completion rate (Earned-to-Attempted Percentage) of 70 percent. (You need to have completed 70 percent of the courses you have started)
All International Students
• Meet any program specific admission criteria
• An affidavit of financial support showing the ability to pay for one full year
• Submit a maximum two-page, double-spaced essay describing your "Sense of Purpose at Ottawa University." Please organize your thoughts around one of the following three components using specific experiences from your life: Personal, Intellectual and Civic/Social
• Established English Proficiency. This can be established by taking the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). TOEFL scores required:
Paper-based test: 550
Computer-based test: 213
Internet-based test: 79

Other Fees

• Application Fee - Bachelor's program $50

• Conferral Fee $175

• Capstone Course Proficiency Exam Fee $15

Notes

• The admissions committee evaluates all applications on the basis of academic background, work experience, recommendation letters, and your personal statement on career development. GMAT and GRE scores are not required.
• Some Master's degree programs may have additional application requirements. If you are applying without a Bachelor's degree in a closely related field, some additional coursework may be required.

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The BA (Hons) Early Childhood with Psychology degree was designed to incorporate the theory and understanding of the development, needs and experience of young children with child psychology, and to prepare students for working in supportive roles with children and families.

Modules explore how children and childhood are understood from a range of academic and professional perspectives, and look at the philosophies, beliefs and attitudes that inform these perspectives.

With a holistic appreciation of the factors that influence the experience of childhood, you will develop a critical understanding of the nature of the development and care of children, including theoretical perspectives of child development, issues of health and health promotion, the sociology of childhood, early years legislation and global inequalities in childhood.

The interdisciplinary nature of the degree offers you a unique understanding and set of skills in the areas of early childhood education and psychology.

Entry Requirements

240 UCAS points from a recognised Level 3 qualification

A level
BTEC
Or Access to HE Diploma (Pass or higher)

For the full list of qualifications covered by the UCAS tariff and the associated points please check the UCAS website

Please note we would normally expect candidate will have at least a Grade C in English and Maths GCSE. (Most programmes accept Key Skills Level 2 Application of Number and Communication as equivalent to GCSE Maths and English).

We accept a range of qualifications from across the world. Please see our for information on country specific entry requirements. If candidate's country is not listed on the pages, we still welcome candidate's application and please include detailed information about candidate's studies. It is important to note that as an international student candidate will need to meet both our academic and English language entry requirements to gain entry to our undergraduate courses.

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The General Psychology specialization gives you the opportunity to develop a broad base of knowledge, strong research and critical thinking skills, and an appreciation for diversity as you work to apply principles of psychology and conduct research related to your area of interest. You will develop a strong core of psychological knowledge, including expertise in the biological and social bases for behavior, the fascinating process of human development, the amazing history of psychology and its impact on today’s culture, and the role of ethics and diversity training in psychology. You will further develop your understanding of psychological principles and learn how to apply them to personal, social and global issues. You will also further develop your scholarly communication skills in order to successfully convey your knowledge to the professional community and to society at large. As a graduate, you will be prepared to follow a number of career options in research and education in both the public and the private sector in setting such as schools, hospitals, clinics, research centers, business and part of health care teams.

Entry Requirements

In order to enter the doctoral (PhD) program in psychology, applicants must have earned a master's degree from an accredited university. There are three options for entering the doctoral program in psychology:

Direct Entry: Individuals with a previously completed master's degree in any area of Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work may immediately begin the 60 credit PhD program.

Evaluation Track: Individuals who have previously completed a master's degree in an area other than one listed above must have their transcripts evaluated to determine if previous coursework meets some or all of the Standard Curriculum requirements (see below). Students in the Evaluation Track would begin their degree plan with PSY7101 and PSY7102 and then take all required Standard Curriculum courses prior to taking the remaining courses in their degree plan.

Mental Health Policy and Practice Specialization Track: Individuals who wish to enroll in this program must be a licensed practicing clinician (i.e. social worker, counselor, therapist, psychologist, etc.) in their respective state. Individuals will automatically be enrolled in the 60 credit PhD program for this specialization.

International applicants
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If English is the second language of a student, an official score demonstrating English proficiency is required for admission.

TOEFL

iBT - 79
pBT - 550

IELTS - 6.5
PTE - 53

Other Fees

Average book cost per course: $110

Learning Management Fee (one-time per program): $250

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