Scholarships available, see Fees & Funding section for more information. The MSc in Psychiatric Research provides in-depth training in conducting and evaluating research in mental health. Based at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), the course has an emphasis on clinical scientific research conducted in patient populations, the biological and environmental processes that underpin psychiatric disorders, and how well-performed research can improve the lives of patients. During the MSc students are supported in building their academic skills, independent thinking, and ability to take an evidence-based approach to mental health research.

Key benefits

• In-depth, practical, and theoretical knowledge on research methods, statistics, and broader academic skills as applied to research across the psychiatric disorders.
• Development of transferable skills, including communication, innovation, and critical evaluation.
• Taught by IoPPN academics who perform world-leading psychiatric research.
• A focus on the biological underpinnings of psychiatric disorders and how this knowledge can be applied to improve knowledge and ultimately clinical outcomes.
• High levels of student experience - The MSc achieved 100% overall satisfaction in the 2023/4 postgraduate taught experience student survey.

“Completing the MSc. in Psychiatric Research has been an invaluable experience, and has been crucial to achieving my long term goal of enrolling in a PhD. Program in Clinical Psychology. ”

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