Mental Health Studies
Degrees Available
MA Full-time
Suitable for International Students?
Yes
| Award | Tuition Fees | Attendance Mode | Length of Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA | 2012/13:
(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year) |
Full-time | 1 year
September |
Course Introduction
The main focus of the programme is to provide an understanding of mental health practice under current legislative and regulatory arrangements through study of: mental health legislation, models of mental health and illness, risk and evidence-based decision making, partnerships in mental health and values and ethics in mental health practice.
While the programme does not relate to specific professions it explores the practice of Approved Mental Health Professionals, as prescribed under the Mental Health Act 2007, and the interactions of statutory and voluntary/community sector agencies, service users and carers.
Course Syllabus
2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option
Semester 1 (60 Credits - 3 x (C) Modules):
- Law, Policies and Procedures (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Mental Distress/Mental Health Difficulties: Models for Practice (20 Credits) (C)
- Risk: Evidence-based Decision Making and Communication (20 Credits) (C)
Semester 2 (60 Credits - 2 x (C) Modules and 1 x (O) Module):
- Partnership Working in Mental Health (20 Credits) (C)
- Values and Ethics (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Best Interest Assessment/Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (20 Credits) (O)
- Supervising, Supporting and Developing Staff (20 Credits) (O)
- Any other M-level 20-credit module relevant to Mental Health Studies, negotiated with and approved by the Programme Director (O)
End of Semester 2 onwards (60 Credits - 1 x (C) Module):
- Master's Dissertation in Mental Health Studies (60 Credits) (C)
MA Part-time
Suitable for International Students?
Not suitable for International Students
| Award | Tuition Fees | Attendance Mode | Length of Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA | 2012/13:
(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year) |
Part-time | 3 years
September |
Course Introduction
The main focus of the programme is to provide an understanding of mental health practice under current legislative and regulatory arrangements through study of: mental health legislation, models of mental health and illness, risk and evidence-based decision making, partnerships in mental health and values and ethics in mental health practice.
While the programme does not relate to specific professions it explores the practice of Approved Mental Health Professionals, as prescribed under the Mental Health Act 2007, and the interactions of statutory and voluntary/community sector agencies, service users and carers.
Course Syllabus
2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option
Stage 1 (60 Credits - 3 x (C) Modules):
- Law, Policies and Procedures (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Mental Distress/Mental Health Difficulties: Models for Practice (20 Credits) (C)
- Risk: Evidence-based Decision Making and Communication (20 Credits) (C)
Stage 2 (60 Credits - 2 x (C) Modules and 1 x (O) Module):
- Partnership Working in Mental Health (20 Credits) (C)
- Values and Ethics (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Best Interest Assessment/Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (20 Credits) (O)
- Supervising, Supporting and Developing Staff (20 Credits) (O)
- Any other M-level 20-credit module relevant to Mental Health Studies, negotiated with and approved by the Programme Director (O)
Stage 3 (60 Credits - 1 x (C) Module):
- Master's Dissertation in Mental Health Studies (60 Credits) (C)
PG Diploma Full-time
Suitable for International Students?
Yes
Course Introduction
The main focus of the programme is to provide an understanding of mental health practice under current legislative and regulatory arrangements through study of: mental health legislation, models of mental health and illness, risk and evidence-based decision making, partnerships in mental health and values and ethics in mental health practice.
While the programme does not relate to specific professions it explores the practice of Approved Mental Health Professionals, as prescribed under the Mental Health Act 2007, and the interactions of statutory and voluntary/community sector agencies, service users and carers.
Course Syllabus
2011/12: (C) = Core, (O)= Option
Semester 1 (60 Credits - 3 x (C) Modules):
- Law, Policies and Procedures (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Mental Distress/Mental Health Difficulties: Models for Practice (20 Credits) (C)
- Risk: Evidence-based Decision Making and Communication (20 Credits) (C)
Semester 2 (60 Credits - 2 x (C) Modules and 1 x (O) Module):
- Partnership Working in Mental Health (20 Credits) (C)
- Values and Ethics (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Best Interest Assessment/Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (20 Credits) (O)
- Supervising, Supporting and Developing Staff (20 Credits) (O)
- Any other M-level 20-credit module relevant to Mental Health Studies, negotiated with and approved by the Programme Director (O)
PG Diploma Part-time
Suitable for International Students?
Not suitable for International Students
| Award | Tuition Fees | Attendance Mode | Length of Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG Diploma | 2012/13:
(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year) |
Part-time | 2 years
September |
Course Introduction
The main focus of the programme is to provide an understanding of mental health practice under current legislative and regulatory arrangements through study of: mental health legislation, models of mental health and illness, risk and evidence-based decision making, partnerships in mental health and values and ethics in mental health practice.
While the programme does not relate to specific professions it explores the practice of Approved Mental Health Professionals, as prescribed under the Mental Health Act 2007, and the interactions of statutory and voluntary/community sector agencies, service users and carers.
Course Syllabus
2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option
Stage 1 (60 Credits - 3 x (C) Modules):
- Law, Policies and Procedures (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Mental Distress/Mental Health Difficulties: Models for Practice (20 Credits) (C)
- Risk: Evidence-based Decision Making and Communication (20 Credits) (C)
Stage 2 (60 Credits - 2 x (C) Modules and 1 x (O) Module):
- Partnership Working in Mental Health (20 Credits) (C)
- Values and Ethics (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Best Interest Assessment/Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (20 Credits) (O)
- Supervising, Supporting and Developing Staff (20 Credits) (O)
- Any other M-level 20-credit module relevant to Mental Health Studies, negotiated with and approved by the Programme Director (O)
PG Certificate Full-time
Suitable for International Students?
Not suitable for International Students
| Award | Tuition Fees | Attendance Mode | Length of Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG Certificate | For Postgraduate Certificate fees please contact hub-admin@bradford.ac.uk (A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year) |
Full-time | 4 months
September |
Course Introduction
The main focus of the programme is to provide an understanding of mental health practice under current legislative and regulatory arrangements through study of: mental health legislation, models of mental health and illness, risk and evidence-based decision making, partnerships in mental health and values and ethics in mental health practice.
While the programme does not relate to specific professions it explores the practice of Approved Mental Health Professionals, as prescribed under the Mental Health Act 2007, and the interactions of statutory and voluntary/community sector agencies, service users and carers.
Course Syllabus
2011/12: All Modules are Core (C)
60 Credits (3 x (C) Modules):
- Law, Policies and Procedures (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Mental Distress/Mental Health Difficulties: Models for Practice (20 Credits) (C)
- Risk: Evidence-based Decision Making and Communication (20 Credits) (C)
PG Certificate Part-time
Suitable for International Students?
Not suitable for International Students
| Award | Tuition Fees | Attendance Mode | Length of Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG Certificate | For Postgraduate Certificate fees please contact hub-admin@bradford.ac.uk (A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year) |
Part-time | 12 months
September |
Course Introduction
The main focus of the programme is to provide an understanding of mental health practice under current legislative and regulatory arrangements through study of: mental health legislation, models of mental health and illness, risk and evidence-based decision making, partnerships in mental health and values and ethics in mental health practice.
While the programme does not relate to specific professions it explores the practice of Approved Mental Health Professionals, as prescribed under the Mental Health Act 2007, and the interactions of statutory and voluntary/community sector agencies, service users and carers.
Course Syllabus
2011/12: All Modules are Core (C)
60 Credits (3 x (C) Modules):
- Law, Policies and Procedures (and AMHP role) (20 Credits) (C)
- Mental Distress/Mental Health Difficulties: Models for Practice (20 Credits) (C)
- Risk: Evidence-based Decision Making and Communication (20 Credits) (C)
Entry Requirements
- A first degree (2:2 or above)
- In exceptional cases candidates without a first degree may submit evidence of their ability to study at postgraduate level
- Relevant experience and/or knowledge of mental health services
Level of English Required
IELTS at 7.5 or the equivalent
[Full information on our General English Language Requirements]
Contact Details
- Email: course-enquiries@bradford.ac.uk
- Tel: 0800 073 1225
- Web: www.bradford.ac.uk/ssis
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Social and International Studies School Prospectus 2012 (PDF, 3.3MB)
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