Health Psychology Practice - Structured

University of Galway - UG

Course code
PHDS-HPSP
QQI level
Level 10
NFQ type
Duration
Full-time: 6 years; part-time 4 years
Attendance
Full time
CAO points
Galway
NFQ Level 10

Course summary

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Psychology Practice is a four-year (full-time) postgraduate research and professional training qualification. It is also available part-time (six years' duration). The PhD has been developed in line with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) ratified guidelines for postgraduate programmes for Health Psychology Practitioners. The PhD provides ‘Stage 2’ training in Health Psychology Practice, building on ‘Stage 1’ academic training in health psychology provided through Masters programmes in Health Psychology.