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

Admissions 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 2018) Interview at Warwick (w/c 19th March, 2018)

Course Structure MODULE WEIGHT ASSESSMENT PS906: Research Design and Data Collection 15 CATS 2 worksheets (16.5% each) Class test in Jan (67%) PS907: Advanced qualitative and quantitative analysis 3 exercises (33% each) PS910: Clinical Psychology in Adult Mental Health Take-home exam in Dec (100%) PS911: Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology PS914: Case Study Seminar 30 CATS Class test in Mar (100%) 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: 70%-100%: Distinction 60%-69%: Merit 50%-59%: Pass 0%-49%: 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 Research 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)

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