1. MSc in Clinical Applications of Psychology
Dr Claudie Fox
Department of Psychology

2. 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

3. 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)

4. 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

5. 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%

6. 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)

7. Any Questions