MSc in Clinical Applications
of Psychology
Dr Claudie Fox
Department of Psychology
• Significantly strengthen readiness and
preparation for a clinically oriented career:
– Research design and statistical methods
– Evidence-based practice in child, adult and older
adult practice
– Clinical case analysis
– Placement as Hon Assistant Psychologist in an
NHS mental health service
– Clinical service evaluation design and reporting
• Academic
– First or good upper second class honours degree
in Psychology providing GBC (BPS)
• Demonstrated interest in, and commitment to,
mental health care
– Significant engagement in caregiving activity
– Relevant voluntary or paid work experience
• Application process
– Application form (Deadline January 31st 2015)
– Interview at Warwick (w/c 16th March, 2015)
Course Structure
MODULE
WEIGHT
ASSESSMENT
PS906: Research Design
and Data Collection
15 CATS
2 worksheets (16.5% each)
Class test (67%)
PS907: Advanced qualitative
and quantitative analysis
15 CATS
3 exercises (33% each)
PS910: Clinical Psychology
in Adult Mental Health
15 CATS
Take-home exam in Jan
(100%)
PS911: Clinical Child and
Adolescent Psychology
15 CATS
Take-home exam in Dec
(100%)
PS914: Case Study Seminar
30 CATS
2 case analyses (50% each)
PS915: Placement and
Project
90 CATS
5,000 word literature review
5,000 word project report
Degree Requirements
• 50% based on taught modules:
– PS906, PS907, PS910, PS911: 8.33% each
– PS914: 16.67%
• 50% based on placement & project
• Overall:
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70%-100%:
60%-69%:
50%-59%:
0%-49%:
Distinction
Merit
Pass
Fail
• At least 50% in both taught modules and project will be required to
pass
• Distinctions will normally be awarded where marks in taught
modules and project are 70% or above
• Merit will normally be awarded where marks in taught modules and
project are at least 60%
NHS Placement
• 6-month contract
• Hon Assistant Psychologist
– January – June
– 3 full days a week, usually MON-WED
• Supervision
– Clinician supervision: on location
– Academic supervision: from course staff
• Required outputs
– Literature review (5,000 words)
– Service evaluation/audit project (5,000 words)
Resources for Students
• MSc Accommodation – Bookable except on Tuesdays T1 & T2
• Course-issued laptop PCs
– To be kept safe and secure
– To be returned in good condition at the end
of course
• Wireless hotspots in H149a and b and
around campus
Any Questions